Synonym(s)
CAS number: 61791-42-2; Ethane sulfonic acid, 2-methylamino, N-coco acyl derivatives, sodium salts
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Sodium" refers to the element sodium, "cocoyl" to the ingredient coconut fatty acids, which are obtained from coconut oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil), "taurates" are esters or salts of taurine (2-aminoethanesulfonic acid).
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate is used in cosmetic products. The compound acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance; improves the even distribution of products during application).
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