Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
9-Octadecenoic Acid (9Z)-, Methyl-2-Sulfoester, Sodium Salt
What does it do?
Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate 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 Oleyl Methyl Isethionate?
Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 9-Octadecenoic Acid (9Z)-, Methyl-2-Sulfoester, Sodium Salt
Is Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Oleyl Methyl Isethionate is 880353-25-3.
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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