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Surfactant

SODIUM MYRISTYL SULFATE

CAS 1191-50-0 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A C14 alkyl-sulfate detergent — close cousin of SLS. Cleanses well and foams densely, but is moderately irritating and drying. Best limited to rinse-off use at controlled levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing and dense foam
  • Common in toothpaste and body cleansers

Known concerns

  • Skin sensitizer in the alkyl sulfate class
  • Skin and eye irritation typical of SLS-family
  • Defatting and drying with prolonged contact

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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