DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE
CAS# 36409-57-1
Description:
DISODIUM LAURETH SULFOSUCCINATE: Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is a disodium salt of a lauryl alcohol half ester ofsulfosuccinic acid. It’s used in many cleaning products including shampoos as a non organic emulsifier, degreasing and foaming agent.
Many sources claim that Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate is carcinogenic because it contains surfactants, which can be contaminated with nitrosamines, but is generally considered gentle when used in low concentrations such as in health care products.
Cosmetic Function(s):
- Surfactant
- Cleansing Agent
- Hydrotrope
- Foam Booster