Potassium cocoyl glycinate

Potassium cocoyl glycinate (CAS 301341-58-2, EC 620-582-5) is an amino acid-based anionic surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids and glycine. It is also referred to as potassium N-cocoyl glycinate and carries no assigned E-code. The compound belongs to the acyl glycinate surfactant class.

In personal care formulations such as facial cleansers and shampoos, potassium cocoyl glycinate functions by reducing interfacial tension between oils and water, enabling effective removal of sebum and residue without disrupting the skin barrier. Its mild charge profile also supports stable foam generation and helps disperse pigments or emollients uniformly within a formula.

The material is supplied as a powder and is subject to REACH registration requirements within the European Economic Area. Procurement teams should confirm supplier documentation includes a full safety data sheet and certificate of analysis aligned with ISO or in-house cosmetic ingredient specifications. Packaging formats vary by supplier volume tiers.