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Surfactant

SODIUM TRIDECYL SULFATE

CAS 3026-63-9 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A C13 alkyl-sulfate detergent — a relative of SLS. Effective at cleansing and foaming but moderately irritating to skin and eyes. Best confined to rinse-off products at controlled levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective foaming and cleansing
  • Long-chain alkyl sulfate with strong detergency

Known concerns

  • Skin and eye irritation typical of alkyl sulfate class
  • Strong defatting on prolonged contact
  • Not suited for sensitive-skin or leave-on use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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