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Surfactant

SULFATED COCONUT OIL

CAS 68990-34-1 Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Sulfated coconut oil — coconut oil chemically modified into a mild anionic surfactant. Cleanses effectively while being gentler than aggressive surfactants like SLS. Can defat at high use levels but is generally well tolerated.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant
  • Sulfated triglyceride — gentler than SLS
  • Coconut-derived emollience
  • Effective cleanser

Known concerns

  • Anionic surfactant — defatting at high %
  • Possible mild irritation in sensitive skin
  • Coconut allergen consideration
  • Sulfation byproducts variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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