OriginSynthesized from petroleum-derived alkylbenzene and sulfuric acid or sulfur trioxide through sulfonation reactions. The resulting sulfonic acid is neutralized with calcium hydroxide to form the calcium salt surfactant.
DodecylbenzenesulfonIc Acid, Calcium Salt
Solubility It is soluble in water.
Formula
C36H62CaO6S2
Mol. Weight
695.10
CAS #
26264-06-2
Form
Powder
State
Calcium dodecylbenzenesulfonate appears as a white to light yellow granular solid. The primary hazard is to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit its spread to the environment. Use
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Antimicrobial
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
The paper trail
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Skin Irritant in Testing (CIR Panel on the ingredient group)
CIR Panel statement covering this group of ingredients / not tested individually (CIR 544)
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