Ammonium Cumenesulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ammonium cumenesulphonate
What does it do?
Ammonium Cumenesulfonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - hydrotrope
surfactant that increases the solubility of poorly-soluble substances in water-based formulations
EU regulatory status
Ammonium Cumenesulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ammonium Cumenesulfonate?
Ammonium Cumenesulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ammonium cumenesulphonate
Is Ammonium Cumenesulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ammonium Cumenesulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ammonium Cumenesulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Ammonium Cumenesulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope.
What is the CAS number of Ammonium Cumenesulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ammonium Cumenesulfonate is 37475-88-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010