Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium 2-(1-carboxylatoethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl laurate
What does it do?
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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 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 Lauroyl Lactylate?
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium 2-(1-carboxylatoethoxy)-1-methyl-2-oxoethyl laurate
Is Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate is 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: 15/10/2010