Cleansing Agent

Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate

INCI: SODIUM C11-15 ALKYL SULFATE

Reviewed by Kate · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate?

Sodium C11-15 Alkyl Sulfate is the sodium salt of the sulfate of a mixture of synthetic alcohols with 11 to 15 carbons in the alkyl chain.

Its declared cosmetic functions are cleansing and surfactant.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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