Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate

INCI: AMMONIUM LAURETH-9 SULFATE

CAS Number
32612-48-9 / 67762-19-0 (same parent family)
Function
Cleansing, Foaming, Surfactant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: safe as currently used

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Safe as currently used; contains potential 1,4-dioxane contamination and may cause irritation at high concentrations.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Safe as currently used; contains potential 1,4-dioxane contamination and may cause irritation at high concentrations. The EU classifies Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate allowed in the EU?

Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate functions as: Cleansing, Foaming, Surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 32612-48-9 / 67762-19-0 (same parent family).

What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Laureth-9 Sulfate?

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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