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Surfactant

SODIUM LAUROAMPHOACETATE

CAS 66161-62-4
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A gentle amphoteric surfactant used in baby and sensitive-skin washes. Tames harsher surfactants and reduces eye sting with a strong CIR safety record.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric surfactant
  • Reduces eye irritation in baby washes
  • Boosts foam in mild cleansers
  • Compatible with anionic and cationic ingredients

Known concerns

  • Trace sodium chloride and sodium glycolate by-products
  • Mild eye irritation possible at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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