Banned in EU

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:

  • Cleansing

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

  • 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