Sodium cocoyl glycinate

Sodium cocoyl glycinate (CAS 90387-74-9, EC 291-350-5), also known as sodium N-cocoyl glycinate or N-cocoacylglycine sodium salt, is an amino acid-based anionic surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids and glycine. It carries no assigned E-code and is not classified under a single molecular formula due to its mixed fatty acid chain composition.

In personal care formulations, it functions as a mild cleansing agent by reducing interfacial tension between oils and water, enabling effective removal of sebum and residue without disrupting the skin barrier. In food-contact and industrial cleaning applications, it supports emulsification of fats and controlled foam generation, making it suitable for rinse-off systems where foam profile requires precise management.

Sodium cocoyl glycinate is available in solid form and is subject to REACH registration requirements within the EU. Procurement should confirm supplier compliance with relevant cosmetic ingredient regulations under EC 1223/2009 and verify food-contact suitability where applicable to the intended end use.