Tea-Sulfate

Tea-Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a buffering agent. It is used in 28 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameTEA-SULFATE
FunctionBUFFERING
CAS number7376-31-0
EC number230-934-6
Prevalence28 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Shampoos 82.1%Body Lotions 3.6%Conditioners 3.6%Face Cleansers 3.6%Foundations 3.6%General Moisturizers 3.6%

Frequently asked

What does Tea-Sulfate do in skincare?
Tea-Sulfate functions as a buffering agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Tea-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 Tea-Sulfate?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (82.1% of its uses).

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