OriginDerived from cumene (isopropylbenzene), a petrochemical hydrocarbon, through the aromatic sulfonic acid chemical family. Synthesized by sulfonation of cumene followed by neutralization with ammonia to form the ammonium salt.
Ammonium Cumenesulfonate ... safe as cosmetic ingredient in the present practice of use and concentration as described in this safety assessment, when formulated to be nonirritating
Formula
C9H15NO3S
Mol. Weight
217.29
CAS #
37475-88-0
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Hydrotrope
Cleansing Surfactant
Surfactant Hydrotrope
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Lifts away dirt and oil
Improves ingredient solubility
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant (CIR report on the ingredient group)
CIR report statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 496)
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