Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate

INCI: SODIUM/MEA LAURETH-2 SULFOSUCCINATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned for this mixed salt form (related: 39354-45-5 for disodium laureth sulfosuccinate)
Function
Cleansing, Surfactant (cleansing, emulsifying, foam boosting, hydrotrope)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; CIR reviewed sulfosuccinate family as safe

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Nitrosamine formation potential from MEA impurities โ€” must comply with Annex III nitrosamine limits (<50 ยตg/kg); potential 1,4-dioxane trace from ethoxylation

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate safe in cosmetics?

Nitrosamine formation potential from MEA impurities โ€” must comply with Annex III nitrosamine limits (<50 ยตg/kg); potential 1,4-dioxane trace from ethoxylation The EU classifies Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate allowed in the EU?

Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate do in cosmetics?

Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate functions as: Cleansing, Surfactant (cleansing, emulsifying, foam boosting, hydrotrope). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for this mixed salt form (related: 39354-45-5 for disodium laureth sulfosuccinate).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium/MEA Laureth-2 Sulfosuccinate?

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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