Allowed in EU

Disodium Lauriminodiacetate

A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, cleansing, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Glycine, N-(Carboxymethyl)-N-Dodecyl-, Disodium salt

What does it do?

Disodium Lauriminodiacetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Disodium Lauriminodiacetate 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 Disodium Lauriminodiacetate?

Disodium Lauriminodiacetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycine, N-(Carboxymethyl)-N-Dodecyl-, Disodium salt

Is Disodium Lauriminodiacetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Disodium Lauriminodiacetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Disodium Lauriminodiacetate do in cosmetic products?

Disodium Lauriminodiacetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, cleansing, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Disodium Lauriminodiacetate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Disodium Lauriminodiacetate is 5931-57-7 / 34359-86-9.

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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