Lysine Cocoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Coconut fatty acids, salts with L-lysine
What does it do?
Lysine Cocoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Lysine Cocoate 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 Lysine Cocoate?
Lysine Cocoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Coconut fatty acids, salts with L-lysine
Is Lysine Cocoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lysine Cocoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lysine Cocoate do in cosmetic products?
Lysine Cocoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Lysine Cocoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lysine Cocoate is 223707-91-3.
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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