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Surfactant

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 but not as gentle as the matched carboxylate variants. Best in short-contact rinse-off products at controlled use levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing and foam
  • Cost-effective surfactant
  • Stable across hard water conditions

Known concerns

  • Skin irritation potential at higher use levels
  • Possible ethoxylation byproducts
  • Drying with frequent use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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