Ammonium Cumenesulfonate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Ammonium cumenesulphonate, Benzenesulfonic acid, Ammonium salt, (1-Methylethyl)benzenesulfonic acid, Ammonium salt (1:1), CYCLOPHIL AC60, ELTESOL AC60
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
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
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
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant developed for cosmetic and industrial applications in the mid-20th century. No traditional use history; created as a hydrotrope and solubilizing agent for modern formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR