Sodium Avocadoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Avocadoate is the sodium salt of the fatty acids derived from Persea Gratissima (Avocado)
What does it do?
Sodium Avocadoate 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 - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Avocadoate 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 Sodium Avocadoate?
Sodium Avocadoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Avocadoate is the sodium salt of the fatty acids derived from Persea Gratissima (Avocado)
Is Sodium Avocadoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Avocadoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Avocadoate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Avocadoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Avocadoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Avocadoate 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