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Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Low concern
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is used in cosmetic products. CIR concluded it is safe at concentrations up to 2.5% in leave-on products and higher levels in rinse-off.
Found in
92 products
What it is
Anionic surfactant from sulfonation of C14-16 olefins.
Surfactant/cleansing agent in cosmetics (not food).
Why it's flagged
- skin/eye irritation at high concentrations
What regulators actually say
"Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is safe in the present practices of use and concentration when formulated to be non-irritating."
"Cosmetic products and ingredients are not subject to FDA premarket approval."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cosmetic ingredient (not food)
European Union — EFSA
Cosmetic ingredient
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