Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Decanoic acid, 2-(1-carboxyethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl ester, sodium salt (1:1) Dodecanoic acid, 2-(1-carboxyethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl ester, sodium salt (1:1)
What does it do?
Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-seborrheic
helps regulate excess sebum production on skin and scalp
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate 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 Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate?
Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Decanoic acid, 2-(1-carboxyethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl ester, sodium salt (1:1) Dodecanoic acid, 2-(1-carboxyethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl ester, sodium salt (1:1)
Is Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Caproyl/lauroyl Lactylate is 13557-74-9/13557-75-0.
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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: 10/07/2015