Sodium lauroyl glutamate

Sodium lauroyl glutamate (CAS 29923-31-7) is an amino acid-based anionic surfactant derived from glutamic acid and lauric acid.

Where is Sodium lauroyl glutamate used?

• Personal care: primary or co-surfactant in facial cleansers, shampoos, and body washes
• Leave-on skincare: emulsification and wetting, improving ingredient dispersion
• Baby care and sensitive-skin lines: replaces harsher anionic surfactants without sacrificing foam quality
• Food-contact and oral care applications utilize its surface-active properties.

Good to know: It delivers cleansing and foaming while maintaining a mild, skin-compatible profile, and is valued for biodegradability and compatibility with other surfactants. Buyers should confirm active content, pH range, and particle size with suppliers.

Commercial specifications

• Cosmetic-grade and food-grade specifications
• Purity confirmed against FCC or USP standards