TEA-Coco-Sulfate

TEA-Coco-Sulfate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: TEA Coconut Sulfate, Triethanolamine Coco-Sulfate
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Not Clean
OriginDerived from coconut oil, a plant-based lipid extracted from coconut palm kernels grown in tropical regions. Created by sulfation of coconut fatty alcohols, then neutralized with triethanolamine to form the anionic surfactant.
Sulfuric acid, monococo alkyl esters, compounds with triethanolamine
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foaming
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Creates Lather
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes dirt and impurities
Creates cleansing foam
Lifts away dirt and oil
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
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2013
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR