Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk; skin/eye irritation potential; should not be used with nitrosating agents. Non-ethoxylated DEA lauryl sulfate salt (unlike DEA-Laureth Sulfate, no ethoxylation); synonyms include Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium lauryl sulfate
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEA-Lauryl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk; skin/eye irritation potential; should not be used with nitrosating agents. Non-ethoxylated DEA lauryl sulfate salt (unlike DEA-Laureth Sulfate, no ethoxylation); synonyms include Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium lauryl sulfate The EU classifies DEA-Lauryl Sulfate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is DEA-Lauryl Sulfate allowed in the EU?
DEA-Lauryl Sulfate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DEA-Lauryl Sulfate do in cosmetics?
DEA-Lauryl Sulfate functions as: Surfactant - cleansing, foaming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 143-00-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for DEA-Lauryl Sulfate?
not established 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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