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Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate

N-Cocoyl-L-glutamic acid sodium salt

Safety Notes

Amino acid-based mild surfactant; COSMOS-approved; excellent tolerability; mild pH; skin feel; popular in Japan

Function & Common Use

Function

Surfactant (mild anionic amino acid-derived)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate safe to use in skincare?

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Amino acid-based mild surfactant; COSMOS-approved; excellent tolerability; mild pH; skin feel; popular in Japan

Is Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate allowed in India?

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate used for in cosmetics?

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate functions as: Surfactant (mild anionic amino acid-derived). It is commonly found in: Premium cleansers sensitive skin Japanese-inspired formulas.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.