Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate

INCI: AMMONIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE

CAS Number
65497-29-2
Function
Surfactant – cleansing, foaming
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR Expert Panel concluded safe in present practices of use and concentration when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

One of the mildest anionic surfactants available; practically nontoxic in acute oral and dermal studies in rats.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate safe in cosmetics?

One of the mildest anionic surfactants available; practically nontoxic in acute oral and dermal studies in rats. The EU classifies Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate allowed in the EU?

Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate do in cosmetics?

Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing, foaming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 65497-29-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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