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Sulfated Coconut Oil

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Sulfated Coconut Oil is the product obtained by the sulfation of Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

What does it do?

Sulfated Coconut Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Sulfated Coconut Oil 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 Sulfated Coconut Oil?

Sulfated Coconut Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sulfated Coconut Oil is the product obtained by the sulfation of Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Is Sulfated Coconut Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sulfated Coconut Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sulfated Coconut Oil do in cosmetic products?

Sulfated Coconut Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Sulfated Coconut Oil?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sulfated Coconut Oil is 68990-34-1.

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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