Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Butanedioic acid, sulfo-, 1-dodecyl ester, monoammonium salt
What does it do?
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate 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 Lauryl Sulfosuccinate 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 Lauryl Sulfosuccinate?
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butanedioic acid, sulfo-, 1-dodecyl ester, monoammonium salt
Is Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate do in cosmetic products?
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ammonium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is 221391-03-3.
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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