Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-dodecyl-.omega.sulfo-, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-butylamine salts (1-4 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth 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
Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate 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 Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate?
Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-dodecyl-.omega.sulfo-, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-butylamine salts (1-4 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxyethylbutylamine Laureth Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
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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