Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate is a mild, amino acid-derived surfactant deemed safe by CIR for rinse-off products and leave-on products at up to 5%; the main caution is avoiding formulation with nitrosating agents.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate safe in cosmetics?
Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate is a mild, amino acid-derived surfactant deemed safe by CIR for rinse-off products and leave-on products at up to 5%; the main caution is avoiding formulation with nitrosating agents. The EU classifies Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate allowed in the EU?
Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate do in cosmetics?
Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate functions as: Surfactant, Cleansing, Foaming, Hair Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223705-35-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Cocoyl Sarcosinate?
adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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