The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the following 8 dialkyl sulfosuccinate salts are safe in the present practices of use and concentration in cosmetics in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating...Dicapryl Sodium Sulfosuccinate...
Formula
C20H37NaO7S
Mol. Weight
444.60
CAS #
1639-66-3
Form
Liquid
State
Dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate is an odorless colorless to white waxy solid. Sinks and mixes slowly with water. (USCG, 1999)
Functions
Absorbent
Viscosity Controlling
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
A synthetic surfactant and emulsifier developed in the mid-20th century. Used in cleansing products as a gentle detergent; no traditional medicinal use.