Lauroyl lactylic acid (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

2-(1-oxo-2-(1-oxododecyloxy)propyloxy)propanoic acid; CAS number: 48075-52-1

Definition
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The name "lauroyl" refers to the fatty acid component lauric acid (dodecanoic acid, also called lauric acid) in the molecule. Lauroyl lactylic acid is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance).

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