For children aged 5 and older (school-age kids and teens), this is a low-risk soap or shampoo ingredient when used in products you rinse off. It’s unlikely to cause long-term harm or build up in the body.
Use only rinse-off products (shampoos, body washes) that list this ingredient. Rinse thoroughly after use. If possible, choose products from brands that say they test for or limit manufacturing impurities. If your child has sensitive skin, do a small patch test first.
Watch for skin irritation, redness, or itching and stop use if these occur. The main warning comes from government and industry reviews noting possible contamination during manufacturing with ethylene oxide and 1,4‑dioxane — these are impurities, not the ingredient itself. To reduce that risk: prefer rinse-off products, avoid using on broken skin, and look for brands that test for or advertise low levels of these impurities.
Scan the full ingredient label and understand if it's safe for your child.
This ingredient has the following documented risks:
Tap or hover over labels to see detailed risk information.
This ingredient may also be listed as:
Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.
This ingredient is found in the following products:
This list shows products that contain Sodium Trideceth Sulfate or its alternative names.
Yes, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.
Connected to cancer risk with long-term or repeated exposure.
Linked to long-term health effects after years of use or exposure.
Sodium Trideceth Sulfate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.
The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
Use our camera scanner to analyze more ingredient labels
Scan Another Product