Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
l-Alanine, N-coco-acyl derivatives, sodium salts
What does it do?
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate 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
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate 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 Cocoyl Alaninate?
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. l-Alanine, N-coco-acyl derivatives, sodium salts
Is Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is 90170-45-9.
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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