Allowed in EU

Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 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.-sec-C12-14-alkyl-.omega.-hydroxy-, sulfates, sodium salts (3 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 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

Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 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 C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate?

Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-sec-C12-14-alkyl-.omega.-hydroxy-, sulfates, sodium salts (3 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate do in cosmetic products?

Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 Sulfate is 125736-54-1.

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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