Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bis-(2-hydroxytheyl)ammonium (C12-13)-alkylsulfate
What does it do?
Dea-C12-13 Alkyl 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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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 411), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate?
Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-(2-hydroxytheyl)ammonium (C12-13)-alkylsulfate
Is Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate do in cosmetic products?
Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dea-C12-13 Alkyl Sulfate is 243133-68-8.
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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