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Surfactant

SODIUM COCOYL SARCOSINATE

CAS 61791-59-1 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A gentle amino-acid-based surfactant from coconut and sarcosine. Cleans well, is mild on skin, and is widely used in sensitive-skin shampoos and face washes.

Function

CLEANSINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amino-acid surfactant — gentle cleansing
  • Compatible with sensitive skin
  • Foams well at neutral pH
  • Coconut-derived, biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Possible mild eye irritation in concentrated form
  • Trace nitrosamine risk if formulated with nitrosating agents — easily avoided
  • Less common allergen

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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