Synonym(s)
2-methylamino; CAS number: 223705-12-2; Ethane sulfonic acid; magnesium salts (2:1); N-coco-acyl derivatives
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"Magnesium' means a magnesium salt; 'cocoyl' means a fatty acid component derived from coconut oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil). Taurates are the salts/esters of the taurine of an aminoethanesulfonic acid.
Magnesium cocoyl taurate is a substance used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance); furthermore it has a cleansing effect on the body surface.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer