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SODIUM COCOYL ALANINATE

Last update on May 16, 2024
Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is a potent surfactant primarily used in products targeting cleansing of the skin and hair. It has the ability to mix oil and water in order to effectively rinse off dirt and grease. It also forms a rich, creamy foam that enhances user experience. Additionally, Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is a great conditioner for the hair. In its raw form, it appears as a colorless to pale yellow powder or liquid. This ingredient has excellent compatibility with other surfactants allowing it to be used effectively in various formulations. The chemical formula of Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is C18H35NNaO3.
CAS Number: 90170-45-9Chem/IUPAC Name: l-Alanine, N-coco-acyl derivatives, sodium saltsEINECS/ELINCS No: 290-478-9COSING REF No: 83446

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AMIN CA30

by Guangzhou Tinci Materials Technology (Tinci)

INCI: SODIUM COCOYL ALANINATE
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What is SODIUM COCOYL ALANINATE used for?

Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is a personal care detergent that is mild and highly effective, offering benefits from cleansing and foaming to hydrating and conditioning.
  • Skin care: Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is utilized in skincare products for its gentle cleansing properties, effectively removing dirt and impurities without stripping away the skin's natural oils. It helps maintain the skin's moisture balance, leaving it feeling clean, refreshed, and comfortably hydrated
  • Hair care: Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is used in hair care products like shampoos where it offers foaming, cleansing, and conditioning - leaving the hair clean, soft, and manageable

Origin

Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate is synthesized through a reaction between coconut fatty acids (derived from coconut oil) and alanine, an amino acid. This reaction, known as amidation, forms the sodium salt of cocoyl alaninate. The process typically involves esterification followed by neutralization with sodium hydroxide to yield the final product.

What does SODIUM COCOYL ALANINATE do in a formulation?

CLEANSING|
FOAMING|
HAIR CONDITIONING|
HUMECTANT|
SKIN CONDITIONING|
SURFACTANT

Safety Profile

Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate has a generally favorable safety profile in cosmetics. It is considered mild and non-irritating, making it suitable for sensitive skin and scalp. With low potential for skin sensitization or irritation, it is well-tolerated by most individuals. A patch test may be performed prior to use.

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SODIUM COCOYL ALANINATE technical profile

Property Values
pH Neutral
Solubility Soluble in water
Viscosity Low