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Surfactant

TEA-C12-13 ALKYL SULFATE

CAS 223704-69-6
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A triethanolamine-neutralised C12-13 alkyl sulfate — combines sulfate-surfactant harshness with TEA's nitrosamine-precursor profile. EU Annex III restricts use and prohibits combination with nitrosating agents.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing and foaming
  • Effective primary surfactant

Known concerns

  • TEA is a secondary alkanolamine — EU Annex III restrictions for nitrosamine prevention
  • Sulfate-class skin/eye irritation
  • No use with nitrosating agents per EU

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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