Sodium Linoleate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
What does it do?
Sodium Linoleate 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
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Linoleate 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 Linoleate?
Sodium Linoleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate
Is Sodium Linoleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Linoleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Linoleate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Linoleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Linoleate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Linoleate is 822-17-3.
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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