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Surfactant

SODIUM TRIDECYLBENZENESULFONATE

CAS 26248-24-8 Updated
42

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A linear alkylbenzene sulfonate surfactant. Provides strong cleansing and foam, but is more irritating and drying than gentler modern surfactants. More common in cleaning products than skincare.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective anionic surfactant
  • Strong cleansing/foaming
  • Used in detergents and shampoos

Known concerns

  • Skin and eye irritation potential
  • Drying with prolonged exposure
  • Alkylbenzene sulfonates persist in environment

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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