Allowed in EU

Sodium Lauryl Aspartate

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Aspartic acid, N-dodecyl-, monosodium salt

What does it do?

Sodium Lauryl Aspartate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Sodium Lauryl Aspartate 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 Lauryl Aspartate?

Sodium Lauryl Aspartate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aspartic acid, N-dodecyl-, monosodium salt

Is Sodium Lauryl Aspartate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sodium Lauryl Aspartate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sodium Lauryl Aspartate do in cosmetic products?

Sodium Lauryl Aspartate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Sodium Lauryl Aspartate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Lauryl Aspartate is 267653-39-4.

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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: 03/04/2013