VeriMomIs disodium 2-sulfolaurate safe during pregnancy?
Reviewed by VeriMom Editorial Team · Last reviewed
Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
disodium 2-sulfolaurate
NO KNOWN RISKS100
/100
0
Pregnancy-safe products containing disodium 2-sulfolaurate
Sallve
Sallve Limpador Enzimático Em Pó
99/100
Winni's
Winni's Gel Doccia Thè Verde
99/100
Mrs. Meyer's
Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Rainwater Hand Soap
98/100
365 by Whole Foods Market
365 by Whole Foods Market Moisture & Shine Shampoo Lavender
98/100
Schwarzkopf Professional
Schwarzkopf Professional BC Bonacure Repair Rescue Shampoo
98/100
planta viva
Bagnodoccia
98/100
Schwarzkopf Professional
Schwarzkopf Professional BC Bonacure Time Restore Shampoo
98/100
Green and beige
Green and beige Moisturaise Fortifying Hair Cleanser/shampoo
98/100
Mielle
Mielle Avocado And Tamanu Anti-frizz Shampoo
98/100
milk_shake
Milk shake Integrity Nourishing Shampoo
98/100
Related ingredients
See also
Sources & references
Authoritative references used to score this ingredient.
Frequently asked questions
- Is disodium 2-sulfolaurate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP classification or Annex VI entry for reproductive hazards was found on ECHA, no SCCS or CIR safety assessment specific to this ingredient was located, and PubMed returned no reproductive toxicity studies for disodium 2‑sulfolaurate. Cosmetic databases list it as a mild surfactant; EWG notes skin irritation potential but not reproductive effects. (Sources: ECHA search results; PubChem/COSING listings; EWG).
- Is disodium 2-sulfolaurate safe while breastfeeding?
- No data found indicating reproductive or lactation-specific systemic toxicity or transfer into milk. In the absence of SCCS/CIR flags or peer‑reviewed evidence of systemic reproductive toxicity, default hazard/mechanism scores are 0. Exposure from topical cosmetic use is expected to be low (surfactant, water‑rinse products), with no data showing high systemic availability. (Sources: PubChem/COSING/SpecialChem; lack of SCCS/CIR findings).
- Is disodium 2-sulfolaurate safe for baby skin?
- No infant‑specific toxicity or dermal absorption studies were located. Given the ingredient is a water‑rinse anionic surfactant used in cleansers, adult dermal systemic exposure is expected to be negligible; for baby skin (0–3 yr) immature barrier and higher surface‑area‑to‑weight justify increasing exposure score by +1 to reflect higher potential per‑kg uptake, despite no data showing systemic/toxic effects. No evidence found to increase hazard or mechanism scores. (Sources: cosmetic ingredient listings; EWG noting irritation only; absence of reproductive studies in PubMed).
- How does VeriMom score disodium 2-sulfolaurate?
- VeriMom scores disodium 2-sulfolaurate at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to disodium 2-sulfolaurate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to disodium 2-sulfolaurate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
Check every label in 2 seconds
Get VeriMom free — scan any product and see the pregnancy safety score instantly.
Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.