Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate

INCI: DISODIUM DECETH-6 SULFOSUCCINATE

CAS Number
68311-03-5 (generic ethoxylated sulfosuccinate range)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status prohibited
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; covered under CIR alkyl PEG sulfosuccinate family — safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Ethoxylated surfactant with adequate safety profile when formulated to be non-irritating; 1,4-dioxane residual verification required per CIR assessment.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate safe in cosmetics?

Ethoxylated surfactant with adequate safety profile when formulated to be non-irritating; 1,4-dioxane residual verification required per CIR assessment. The EU classifies Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate allowed in the EU?

Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate do in cosmetics?

Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68311-03-5 (generic ethoxylated sulfosuccinate range).

What is the Margin of Safety for Disodium Deceth-6 Sulfosuccinate?

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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