Ammonium Laureth Sulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dodecan-1-ol, ethoxylated, sulfates, ammonium salts, 1-4 mol EO (average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Foaming
produces foam when mixed with water and agitated
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate 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 Laureth Sulfate?
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecan-1-ol, ethoxylated, sulfates, ammonium salts, 1-4 mol EO (average molar ratio)
Is Ammonium Laureth Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ammonium Laureth Sulfate do in cosmetic products?
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Ammonium Laureth Sulfate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is 32612-48-9 / 67762-19-0.
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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