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Is Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate vegetarian?

Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate

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Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate, also known as docusate sodium, is a synthetic anionic surfactant and emulsifier commonly used as a wetting agent and stool softener.

Also known as Dioctyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate, Docusate Sodium, DSS
INCI name Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
E number E480
INS number 480
CAS number 577-11-7
EC number 209-406-4
CosIng ID 75723
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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