Synonym(s)
CAS number: 4337-75-1
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
"Sodium" refers to the element sodium. The name component "lauroyl" means that the ingredient contains lauric acid (dodecanoic acid) as a fatty acid component (usually introduced via an acylation reaction). Taurates are N-acyl derivatives, esters or salts of taurine (2-aminoethanesulfonic acid).
Sodium Methyl Lauroyl Taurate is a substance used in cosmetic preparations where it acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance).
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