Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Nonanoic acid, sulfophenyl ester, sodium salt (1:1),Sodium (Nonanoyloxy) Benzene Sulphonate
What does it do?
Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate 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 - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Sodium Phenylnonanoate 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 Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate?
Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nonanoic acid, sulfophenyl ester, sodium salt (1:1),Sodium (Nonanoyloxy) Benzene Sulphonate
Is Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Phenylnonanoate Sulfonate is 91125-43-8.
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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: 21/11/2014