Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate
What does it do?
Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Caprylyl 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 Caprylyl Sulfate?
Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate
Is Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Caprylyl Sulfate is -.
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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: 24/01/2011