Lauroyl Alanine
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, solvent, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
L-Alanine, N-(1-oxododecyl)-
What does it do?
Lauroyl Alanine 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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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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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
Lauroyl Alanine 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 Lauroyl Alanine?
Lauroyl Alanine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. L-Alanine, N-(1-oxododecyl)-
Is Lauroyl Alanine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauroyl Alanine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauroyl Alanine do in cosmetic products?
Lauroyl Alanine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, solvent, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Lauroyl Alanine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauroyl Alanine is 52558-74-4.
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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: 13/10/2015