Ammonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate

Ammonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, foaming agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameAMMONIUM C12-16 ALKYL SULFATE
FunctionCLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number90583-12-3
EC number292-210-6/931-558-1
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Face Cleansers 50%Wash Off Masks 50%

Frequently asked

What does Ammonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate do in skincare?
Ammonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate functions as a cleansing, foaming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ammonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Ammonium C12-16 Alkyl Sulfate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (50% of its uses).

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