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Is MEA-Lauryl Sulfate vegan?

MEA-Lauryl Sulfate

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MEA-Lauryl Sulfate is the monoethanolamine salt of lauryl sulfate, used as a surfactant and foaming/cleansing agent in cosmetic products.

Also known as (2-Hydroxyethyl)ammonium dodecylsulphate, Monoethanolamine lauryl sulfate
INCI name MEA-Lauryl Sulfate
CAS number 4722-98-9
EC number 225-214-3
CosIng ID 35188
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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