Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
3 study endpoints found for Cocoyl Sarcosine. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | >=2 other | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=2 other | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Secondary amine with potential to form N-nitrososarcosine; do not use with nitrosating agents; fatty acid composition varies with coconut oil source
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cocoyl Sarcosine safe in cosmetics?
Secondary amine with potential to form N-nitrososarcosine; do not use with nitrosating agents; fatty acid composition varies with coconut oil source The EU classifies Cocoyl Sarcosine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Cocoyl Sarcosine allowed in the EU?
Cocoyl Sarcosine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cocoyl Sarcosine do in cosmetics?
Cocoyl Sarcosine functions as: Surfactant – cleansing agent; hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68411-97-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cocoyl Sarcosine?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Cocoyl Sarcosine?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Cocoyl Sarcosine is >=2 other based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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