Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, coco, 2-sulfoethyl esters, ammonium salts
What does it do?
Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate?
Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, coco, 2-sulfoethyl esters, ammonium salts
Is Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate do in cosmetic products?
Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ammonium Cocoyl Isethionate is 223705-57-5.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010