Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate

INCI: SODIUM ETHYL 2-SULFOLAURATE

CAS Number
7381-01-3
Function
Surfactant — cleansing, foaming agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; meets FDA standards for cosmetic/personal care use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Mild anionic surfactant derived from lauric acid; biodegradable; may cause mild irritation at high concentrations; low environmental impact

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate safe in cosmetics?

Mild anionic surfactant derived from lauric acid; biodegradable; may cause mild irritation at high concentrations; low environmental impact The EU classifies Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate allowed in the EU?

Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate do in cosmetics?

Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing, foaming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7381-01-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate?

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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