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Surfactant

SODIUM ETHYL 2-SULFOLAURATE

CAS 7381-01-3 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethyl ester sulfonate from lauric acid — anionic cleanser with milder profile than conventional sulfates. Common in eco-positioned shampoos and washes; best in rinse-off use.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing
  • Foaming
  • Milder than alkyl sulfates

Known concerns

  • Some drying potential at high levels
  • Best in rinse-off

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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