Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate

INCI: SODIUM C11-15 ALKYL SULFATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (mixture)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; related alkyl sulfates CIR-reviewed

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Contains C12 fraction (lauryl) contributing to skin barrier disruption; formulate at ≤1–2% in leave-on, higher permissible in rinse-off; co-formulate with amphoteric surfactants to reduce irritation

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Contains C12 fraction (lauryl) contributing to skin barrier disruption; formulate at ≤1–2% in leave-on, higher permissible in rinse-off; co-formulate with amphoteric surfactants to reduce irritation The EU classifies Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate allowed in the EU?

Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (mixture).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium C11-15 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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