Sodium cocoyl sarcosinate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 03.07.2025

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CAS number: 61791-59-1

Definition
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"Sodium" refers to the element sodium; "cocoyl" means that the ingredient contains fatty acids from coconut oil , among others, as fatty acid components. Sarcosinates are N-acyl derivatives of sarcosine (N-methylglycine, an amino acid).

Sodium cocoyl sarcosinate is a substance that is used in cosmetic preparations where it acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance) and skin care product.

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Last updated on: 03.07.2025