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Surfactant

SODIUM CAPRYLOAMPHOHYDROXYPROPYLSULFONATE

CAS 68610-39-9 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An amphoteric sulfonate surfactant — gentler than sulfates but with potential synthesis residuals. Often used to boost foam and reduce irritation alongside primary anionic cleansers.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing
  • Boosts foam
  • Reduces irritation of primary surfactants

Known concerns

  • Possible imidazole residuals from manufacture
  • Mild irritation at high concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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