Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Shorter chain length = more aggressive surfactant behavior. Higher irritation potential than C12-16 alkyl sulfates. Best restricted to rinse-off only. Monitor for 1,4-dioxane if ethoxylated feedstock is involved
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Shorter chain length = more aggressive surfactant behavior. Higher irritation potential than C12-16 alkyl sulfates. Best restricted to rinse-off only. Monitor for 1,4-dioxane if ethoxylated feedstock is involved The EU classifies Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate functions as: Anionic surfactant, cleansing agent, foaming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; falls under alkyl sulfate group (related CAS: 68955-19-1 for mixed C8-14 range).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium C8-10 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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