Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate is prepared by sulfonation of C14 olefins. It consists chiefly of sodium alkene sulfonates and sodium hydroxyalkane sulfonates.
What does it do?
Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant
lowers surface tension, allowing oil and water to mix — the cleansing core of soaps and shampoos
EU regulatory status
Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate 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 C14 Olefin Sulfonate?
Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate is prepared by sulfonation of C14 olefins. It consists chiefly of sodium alkene sulfonates and sodium hydroxyalkane sulfonates.
Is Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium C14 Olefin Sulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant.
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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: 25/06/2026