MEA-Lauryl Sulfate
AKA “Monoethanolamine lauryl sulfate, 4722-98-9, 0AJD35M46A, SABOSOL MEA, SULFETAL MF, TEXAPON MLS, EINECS 225-214-3, EMPICOL LQ33/F, MEA LAURYL SULPHATE”
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Mea-lauryl sulfate
AKA: Monoethanolamine lauryl sulfate, 4722-98-9, 0AJD35M46A, SABOSOL MEA, SULFETAL MF, TEXAPON MLS, EINECS 225-214-3, EMPICOL LQ33/F, MEA LAURYL SULPHATE
Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Not Clean
(2-Hydroxyethyl)ammonium dodecylsulphate
Formula
C14H33NO5S
Mol. Weight
327.48
CAS #
4722-98-9
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Traditional Use
Developed in the early-to-mid 20th century as a synthetic anionic surfactant. Created to provide effective cleansing properties in shampoos and body washes with improved stability over natural soap.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR