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Surfactant

SODIUM C12-15 ALKETH-15 SULFONATE (FORMERLY SODIUM C12-15 PARETH-15 SULFONATE)

74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A C12-15 alkyl ether sulfonate with 15 ethoxylation units — the long EO chain softens the irritation profile compared to low-EO sulfonates. Good cleansing performance with reasonable mildness in rinse-off products.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing and foaming
  • Milder profile than low-EO sulfonate analogs
  • High water solubility and easy formulation

Known concerns

  • Sulfonate group can still cause mild irritation in sensitive users
  • Possible residual ethoxylation byproducts in low-purity grades
  • Limited public toxicology specific to 15-EO variant

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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