Sodium Cumenesulfonate
AKA “Sodium cumenesulphonate, sodium cumene sulphonate, RefChem:887459, Cumenesulfonate, sodium salt, Cumenesulfonic acid, arCumenesulfonic acid”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Sodium cumenesulfonate
AKA: Sodium cumenesulphonate, Sodium cumene sulphonate, RefChem:887459, Sodium salt, Cumenesulfonic acid, ArCumenesulfonic acid
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Safety Concern
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser that helps remove dirt and oil while keeping your formula stable and effective. Works to lift impurities without stripping skin.
Formula
C9H11NaO3S
Mol. Weight
222.24
CAS #
32073-22-6, 28348-53-0
Form
Liquid
State
White to cream powder; [Chem Service MSDS]
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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.
Hydrotrope
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Hydrotrope
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Lifts away dirt and oil
Improves ingredient solubility
Traditional Use
Synthesized as a cumene (isopropylbenzene)-derived sulfonate in mid-20th century cosmetic chemistry. Created as a hydrotrope and solubilizing agent for formulation purposes.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR