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SODIUM C12-15 ALKETH-7 SULFONATE (FORMERLY SODIUM C12-15 PARETH-7 SULFONATE)

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A C12-15 alkyl ether sulfonate with 7 ethoxylation units — moderately mild for the sulfonate class. Good foam and cleansing performance, but careful formulation is needed to keep it suitable for daily-use cleansers.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective foaming and cleansing
  • Improved mildness over low-EO sulfonate analogs
  • Versatile primary surfactant

Known concerns

  • Sulfonate group still carries irritation potential
  • Drying with repeated use
  • Possible ethoxylation byproducts in lower grades

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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