Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dodecane-1-methoxycarboxy-2-ol, sodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
EU regulatory status
Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate 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 Glycol Carboxylate?
Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecane-1-methoxycarboxy-2-ol, sodium salt
Is Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Lauryl Glycol Carboxylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing.
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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