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Is Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate vegetarian?

Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate

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A synthetic anionic surfactant formed from the sodium salt of decylbenzenesulfonic acid, used as a cleansing and foaming agent in cosmetic and cleaning products.

Also known as Sodium Decylbenzenesulphonate
INCI name Sodium Decylbenzenesulfonate
CAS number 1322-98-1
EC number 215-347-5
CosIng ID 37850
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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