Myristoyl sarcosine

Myristoyl sarcosine (CAS 52558-73-3), also marketed as Hamposyl M, is an N-acyl sarcosine derivative used as a mild anionic surfactant in personal care and industrial cleaning.

Where is Myristoyl sarcosine used?

• Personal care: foam booster and mild cleansing agent in shampoos, facial cleansers and toothpastes, with a low irritation profile for sensitive-skin products
• Industrial and household cleaning: degreasing and emulsification of oils and soils from hard surfaces
• Metalworking: corrosion inhibitor in aqueous systems
• Textile and leather processing: auxiliary surfactant for wetting and dispersion in treatment baths
• It forms a protective layer on metal surfaces to prevent oxidation.

Good to know: It combines surfactant activity with corrosion-inhibiting properties. Buyers should confirm acid value and active content specifications when evaluating lots.

Commercial specifications

• Grades meet distinct purity requirements of personal care versus industrial applications