Banned in EU

Dea-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?

Dodecanol, ethoxylated, sulfates, bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium salts (1-4 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Dea-Laureth 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

  • 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

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Dea-Laureth 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-Laureth Sulfate?

Dea-Laureth Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecanol, ethoxylated, sulfates, bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium salts (1-4 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Dea-Laureth Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Dea-Laureth Sulfate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dea-Laureth Sulfate do in cosmetic products?

Dea-Laureth Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Dea-Laureth Sulfate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dea-Laureth Sulfate is 58855-36-0.

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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