Sodium Sarcosinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium sarcosinate
What does it do?
Sodium Sarcosinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Sarcosinate 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 Sarcosinate?
Sodium Sarcosinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium sarcosinate
Is Sodium Sarcosinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Sarcosinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Sarcosinate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Sarcosinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Sarcosinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Sarcosinate is 4316-73-8.
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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