Allowed in EU

C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Benzenesulfonic acid, mono-C10-14-alkyl derivs.

What does it do?

C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Foaming

    produces foam when mixed with water and agitated

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid 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 C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid?

C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzenesulfonic acid, mono-C10-14-alkyl derivs.

Is C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid do in cosmetic products?

C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid is 85117-49-3.

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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