Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
AKA “Ammonium dodecyl sulfate, Presulin, Ammonium dodecyl sulphate, Sinopon, Texapon special, Conco sulfate A, Maprofix NH, Richonol AM”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Ammonium lauryl sulfate
AKA: Ammonium dodecyl sulfate, Presulin, Ammonium dodecyl sulphate, Sinopon, Texapon special, Conco sulfate A, Maprofix NH, Richonol AM
Synthetic · Cleansing | Foaming | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Not Clean
A gentle cleansing agent that creates a rich lather to effectively remove dirt and oil from hair and skin.
Formula
C12H29NO4S
Mol. Weight
283.43
CAS #
2235-54-3
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from lauryl alcohol and ammonia, both produced from coconut or palm oil feedstocks. Synthesized through sulfation of lauryl alcohol followed by neutralization with ammonia.
Function
Cleansing | Foaming | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Cleansing
Foaming
Surfactant Cleansing
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Antimicrobial
Removes dirt and impurities
Creates cleansing foam
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a sulfated derivative of lauric acid from coconut or palm oil. Created to provide effective cleansing inspired by the historical use of coconut oil in personal care products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR