MEA-laureth sulfate is a chemical compound, the ethanolamine (MEA) Organic-substituted inorganic salt of lauryl alcohol. MEA is a chemical compound belonging to the first generation of ethanolamines, is a primary amine and is a strong alkaline agent, corrosion inhibitor and chemical intermediate and acts as both an amine and an alcohol.

Safety. The term 'eth' refers to the ethoxylation reaction with ethylene oxide after which residues of ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, chemical compounds considered carcinogenic, may remain. The degree of safety therefore depends on the degree of purity of the compound obtained. At present, no manufacturer is known to provide this information on the label. Scientific literature agrees that MEA has the ability to penetrate and absorb into the skin and cause skin irritation, especially on the scalp. The most relevant studies on this ingredient have been selected with a summary of their contents: https://www.tiiips.com/m/tiiips/home?action=viewObject&oID=26641

What it is used for and where
Cosmetics
Surfactant - Cleansing agent. Cosmetic products used to cleanse the skin utilise the surface-active action that produces a lowering of the surface tension of the stratum corneum, facilitating the removal of dirt and impurities.
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CAS: 68184-04-3