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Expert Verdict
Alpha-olefin sulfonate offering excellent flash foam and detergency, particularly in hard water conditions. Zein irritation value approximately 2,310 mg/g positions it between SLS and amino acid surfactants on the mildness spectrum. Sulfonate chemistry avoids 1,4-dioxane byproduct concerns associated with ethoxylated surfactants. Suitable as secondary anionic for high-foam applications where SLS irritation is undesirable but full APG/amino acid mildness is not required.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate safe in cosmetics?
Alpha-olefin sulfonate offering excellent flash foam and detergency, particularly in hard water conditions. Zein irritation value approximately 2,310 mg/g positions it between SLS and amino acid surfactants on the mildness spectrum. Sulfonate chemistry avoids 1,4-dioxane byproduct concerns associated with ethoxylated surfactants. Suitable as secondary anionic for high-foam applications where SLS irritation is undesirable but full APG/amino acid mildness is not required. The EU classifies Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate allowed in the EU?
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate do in cosmetics?
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate functions as: Surfactant; foaming agent; primary cleanser. It is classified as a Surfactant in our database. CAS number: 68439-57-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate?
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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