Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acid chlorides, coco, reaction products with protein hydrolyzates
What does it do?
Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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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
EU regulatory status
Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids 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 Amino Acids?
Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acid chlorides, coco, reaction products with protein hydrolyzates
Is Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids is 68188-38-5.
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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