What it is
The ethoxylated ammonium salt of lauryl sulfate.
What it does
Foaming surfactant for shampoos and personal washes.
Why it’s a concern
Ethoxylation introduces 1,4-dioxane contamination risk. Skin-irritation potential is lower than SLS but higher than glucoside-based surfactants.
Also known as
ALES
CAS numbers
32612-48-9
Commonly found in
shampoobody wash
Safer alternatives
- decyl glucoside
- lauryl glucoside
Related chemical families
Sources
- US EPA 1,4-Dioxane Review