Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium 1,4-didecyl sulphonatosuccinate
What does it do?
Dicapryl Sodium 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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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - hydrotrope
surfactant that increases the solubility of poorly-soluble substances in water-based formulations
EU regulatory status
Dicapryl Sodium 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 Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate?
Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium 1,4-didecyl sulphonatosuccinate
Is Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate do in cosmetic products?
Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope.
What is the CAS number of Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate is 23524-64-3.
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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