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Ammonium Laureth Sulfate

Ammonium polyethylene glycol lauryl ether sulfate

Safety Notes

Shampoos body washes

Function & Common Use

Function

Surfactant (cleansing)

Category

Surfactant

Common In

None

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

4-dioxane control required)

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No specific limit (1

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: No specific limit (1

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Format restriction: No formal limit

Baby restriction: Rinse-off

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ammonium Laureth Sulfate safe to use in skincare?

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate has a High concern rating. Shampoos body washes

Is Ammonium Laureth Sulfate allowed in India?

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is 4-dioxane control required).

What is Ammonium Laureth Sulfate used for in cosmetics?

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate functions as: Surfactant (cleansing). It is commonly found in: None.

Is Ammonium Laureth Sulfate safe for babies?

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate has baby/child restrictions: Rinse-off. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Low-Medium
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS32612-48-9
EC251-152-3

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