Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate

INCI: SODIUM CAPRYLYL SULFATE

CAS Number
142-31-4
Function
Surfactant (anionic), cleansing agent, emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use. Structurally analogous to SLS (C12) but C8 chain

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

As an alkyl sulfate, can cause skin irritation at high concentrations or with prolonged contact. Less aggressive than SLS but same mechanism of action on lipid bilayer

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

As an alkyl sulfate, can cause skin irritation at high concentrations or with prolonged contact. Less aggressive than SLS but same mechanism of action on lipid bilayer The EU classifies Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate allowed in the EU?

Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate functions as: Surfactant (anionic), cleansing agent, emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 142-31-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Caprylyl 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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