Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate

INCI: SODIUM DECYLBENZENESULFONATE

CAS Number
1322-98-1 (decyl-specific; related LAS family CAS 25155-30-0 for dodecyl)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; CIR reviewed (safe as used in rinse-off, safe with limits in leave-on)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Concentration-dependent irritation; irritation increases with concentration and pH ; environmental persistence concerns with LAS family

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?

Concentration-dependent irritation; irritation increases with concentration and pH ; environmental persistence concerns with LAS family The EU classifies Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1322-98-1 (decyl-specific; related LAS family CAS 25155-30-0 for dodecyl).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate?

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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