Potassium cocoyl glycinate

Potassium cocoyl glycinate (CAS 301341-58-2) is an amino acid-based surfactant derived from glycine and coconut fatty acids.

Where is Potassium cocoyl glycinate used?

• Personal care: mild cleansing and foaming agent for skin compatibility and low irritation potential
• Facial cleansers and foaming washes: effective cleansing with a dense, stable foam profile for sensitive and compromised skin
• Shampoos and scalp care: balances cleansing performance with scalp tolerance
• Body washes and baby care: primary or co-surfactant for low-irritancy positioning claims
• Leave-on and rinse-off formulations: supports emulsification and dispersion for uniform ingredient distribution
• It is often combined with other sulfate-free surfactants to enhance performance.

Commercial specifications

• Aqueous solution with active content typically 30–40%
• Compliance with major international cosmetic ingredient regulations for global distribution
• Packaging in drums and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs)