Sodium Deceth Sulfate

INCI: SODIUM DECETH SULFATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (varies by ethoxylation degree)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing, Emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Potential skin/eye irritation at high concentrations; standard for anionic surfactants

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Deceth Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Potential skin/eye irritation at high concentrations; standard for anionic surfactants The EU classifies Sodium Deceth Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Deceth Sulfate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Deceth Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Deceth Sulfate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing, Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (varies by ethoxylation degree).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Deceth 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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