Sodium Cumenesulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cumene, monosulpho derivative, sodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Cumenesulfonate 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
EU regulatory status
Sodium Cumenesulfonate 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 Cumenesulfonate?
Sodium Cumenesulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cumene, monosulpho derivative, sodium salt
Is Sodium Cumenesulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Cumenesulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Cumenesulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Cumenesulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Cumenesulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Cumenesulfonate is 32073-22-6 / 28348-53-0.
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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