Is DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
INCI: DEA-DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE
DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate (CAS Not uniquely specified for DEA salt; part of the dodecylbenzenesulfonate family evaluated by CIR (e.g., TEA‑DDBS, sodium DDBS).) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Anionic surfactant for bath products, shampoos, cleansing products, and hair. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not uniquely specified for DEA salt; part of the dodecylbenzenesulfonate family evaluated by CIR (e.g., TEA‑DDBS, sodium DDBS).
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Function
Anionic surfactant for bath products, shampoos, cleansing products, and hair conditioners, improving wetting and detergency
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted as cosmetic ingredient if safe; CIR concluded that sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate, TEA-DDBS, and related salts are safe in cosmetic formulations when formulated to minimize irritation; DEA-containing versions must follow DEA guidance
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
DEA-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate functions as: Anionic surfactant for bath products, shampoos, cleansing products, and hair conditioners, improving wetting and detergency. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely specified for DEA salt; part of the dodecylbenzenesulfonate family evaluated by CIR (e.g., TEA‑DDBS, sodium DDBS)..
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