Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzene, 1,1'-oxybis-, sec-hexyl derivs., sulfonated, sodium salts
What does it do?
Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate 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 Hexyldiphenyl Ether 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 Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate?
Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzene, 1,1'-oxybis-, sec-hexyl derivs., sulfonated, sodium salts
Is Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Hexyldiphenyl Ether Sulfonate is 147732-60-3.
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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