Sodium C10-15 Pareth Sulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, foaming, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(C10-15-alkyl)-.omega.-sulfooxy-, sodium salt (1-4 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Sodium C10-15 Pareth 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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Foaming
produces foam when mixed with water and agitated
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Sodium C10-15 Pareth 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 Sodium C10-15 Pareth Sulfate?
Sodium C10-15 Pareth Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(C10-15-alkyl)-.omega.-sulfooxy-, sodium salt (1-4 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Sodium C10-15 Pareth Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium C10-15 Pareth Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium C10-15 Pareth Sulfate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium C10-15 Pareth Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, foaming, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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