Synonym(s)
CAS number: 61791-59-1
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
"Sodium' means the element sodium; 'cocoyl' means that the ingredient contains, as fatty acid components, inter alia, fatty acids from coconut oil. Sarcosinates are N-acyl derivatives of sarcosine (N-methylglycine, an amino acid).
Sodium cocoyl sarcosinate is a substance which is used in cosmetic preparations where it acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance) and skin care product.
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