Sodium laureth sulfate

Sodium laureth sulfate

INCI SODIUM LAURETH SULFATEEC number 221-416-0/ - / 500-234-8 / - / 500-223-8 / 293-918-8Role Surfactant

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (INCI: Sodium Laureth Sulfate) is a surfactant of synthesized plant origin. It acts as a surfactant, foaming agent, and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations.

SurfactantFoaming
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Surfactant — Lowers the tension between two surfaces; cleanses and helps remove impurities.

Foaming — Creates or stabilises the foam of a product.

Emulsifying — Allows phases that do not naturally mix, such as water and oil, to be blended together.

Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009)Autorisé
CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008)No CMR classification
ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health)Not identified as an endocrine disruptor
ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59)Not on the Candidate List (SVHC)
European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III)No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling
European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009)No referenced nanoform
Products

Products containing it

Statistics

In Lou’s database

240
products listed
Most frequent categoriesShower gels & soaps · Anti-dandruff · Bath & shower oils · Shampoos · Cleansers & makeup removers
Most frequent brandsCavaillès · Mkl Green Nature · Uriage · Klorane · Beauterra
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