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Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Sodium N-lauroyl glutamate

Safety Notes

Amino acid-derived anionic surfactant; very mild; skin-identical amino acid base; good lather feel; COSMOS-approved; popular in Japan; excellent tolerability

Function & Common Use

Function

Surfactant (mild anionic / amino acid-derived)

Category

Surfactant

Common In

Premium cleansers Japanese-influenced formulas gentle foams

Origin

Semi-synthetic (glutamic acid + lauric acid)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No formal limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No specific limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate safe to use in skincare?

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Amino acid-derived anionic surfactant; very mild; skin-identical amino acid base; good lather feel; COSMOS-approved; popular in Japan; excellent tolerability

Is Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate allowed in India?

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.

What is Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate used for in cosmetics?

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate functions as: Surfactant (mild anionic / amino acid-derived). It is commonly found in: Premium cleansers Japanese-influenced formulas gentle foams.

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS29923-31-7
ECN/A

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