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Surfactant

SODIUM C12-15 ALKETH-3 SULFATE

CAS 125301-92-0 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A SLES-style ether sulfate cleanser using a C12-15 fatty alcohol — strong foamer that is milder than soap but carries the standard 1,4-dioxane purification concern.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective foaming and cleansing surfactant
  • Lower irritation than non-ethoxylated alkyl sulfates
  • Hard-water tolerant

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated sulfate — established residual 1,4-dioxane risk (CIR notes)
  • Eye and mucosal irritant at higher levels
  • Drying with prolonged contact

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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