AMMONIUM C12-16 ALKYL SULFATE is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
AMMONIUM C12-16 ALKYL SULFATE
Safety grade: A
This is a mild cleansing agent derived from natural oils that helps remove dirt, oil, and makeup from skin and hair. It's commonly used in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers because it creates a nice lather when you wash.
This ingredient works as a surfactant to lift away oils and impurities from the skin or scalp while creating foam, making it an effective yet relatively gentle cleanser for daily use.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Surfactant ingredients
- COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE — Grade A
- SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE — Grade C
- XANTHAN GUM — Grade A
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- CETYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- STEARIC ACID — Grade A
- SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE — Grade C**
- COCO-GLUCOSIDE — Grade A