Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium tridecylbenzenesulphonate
What does it do?
Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate 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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Foaming
produces foam when mixed with water and agitated
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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 Tridecylbenzenesulfonate 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 Tridecylbenzenesulfonate?
Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium tridecylbenzenesulphonate
Is Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, foaming, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Tridecylbenzenesulfonate is 26248-24-8.
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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: 15/10/2010