Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated ingredient—must be tested for 1,4-dioxane contamination (critical for NY DEC and California compliance); potential skin irritation/drying at high concentrations; derived from lanolin—may contain lanolin allergens in sensitive individuals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Laneth Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated ingredient—must be tested for 1,4-dioxane contamination (critical for NY DEC and California compliance); potential skin irritation/drying at high concentrations; derived from lanolin—may contain lanolin allergens in sensitive individuals The EU classifies Sodium Laneth Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Laneth Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Laneth Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Laneth Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Laneth Sulfate functions as: Surfactant (cleansing, emulsifying, foaming). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68585-87-5 (typical).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Laneth 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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