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Surfactant

SODIUM COCOYL GLYCINATE

CAS 90387-74-9
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A gentle amino acid surfactant from coconut fatty acids and glycine. Mild cleanser with excellent tolerance; a staple in sensitive-skin cleansers.

Function

CLEANSINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amino acid surfactant
  • Low-irritation cleanser for sensitive skin
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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