Sodium C10-16 Alkyl Sulfate

INCI: SODIUM C10-16 ALKYL SULFATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (mixture of C10-C16 alkyl sulfate sodium salts)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; related alkyl sulfates (SLS) CIR-reviewed — safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Broad chain-length distribution includes C12 (lauryl) = known skin defatting/barrier disruption agent; use primarily in rinse-off formulations; limit concentration in leave-on products

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium C10-16 Alkyl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Broad chain-length distribution includes C12 (lauryl) = known skin defatting/barrier disruption agent; use primarily in rinse-off formulations; limit concentration in leave-on products The EU classifies Sodium C10-16 Alkyl Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Sodium C10-16 Alkyl Sulfate allowed in the EU?

Sodium C10-16 Alkyl Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium C10-16 Alkyl Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Sodium C10-16 Alkyl Sulfate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (mixture of C10-C16 alkyl sulfate sodium salts).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium C10-16 Alkyl 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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