Cleansing Agent

Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate

INCI: SODIUM C8-10 ALKYL SULFATE

Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate?

Sodium C8-10 Alkyl Sulfate (INCI: SODIUM C8-10 ALKYL SULFATE) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. Sulfuric acid, mono-C8-10-alkyl esters, sodium salts.

Its declared cosmetic functions are cleansing, foam boosting and surfactant.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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