Allowed in EU

Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide

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

What does it do?

Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide 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 Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide 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 Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide?

Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.

Is Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide do in cosmetic products?

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

What is the CAS number of Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide is -.

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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