Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glutamic acid, N-coco acyl derivs., monopotassium salts
What does it do?
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of 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
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate 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 Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate?
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glutamic acid, N-coco acyl derivs., monopotassium salts
Is Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate is -.
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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