Synonym(s)
CAS number: 149-39-3
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
"Sodium" refers to the element sodium. The name "Stearoyl" means that the fatty acid component of the ingredient is stearic acid (octadecanoic acid). Taurates are N-acyl derivatives, esters or salts of taurine (2-aminoethanesulfonic acid).
Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate is a substance which is used in cosmetic preparations where it acts as a surfactant (washing-active substance).
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