Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
A mild amino-acid-based surfactant used predominantly in cosmetics. Cosmetic Ingredient Review and SCCS assessments find it safe for use in rinse-off and leave-on cosmetic products, with rare topical contact sensitization.
What it is
Sodium salt of the N-acyl derivative of glutamic acid with coconut fatty acids; a mild amino-acid based surfactant.
Used primarily in cosmetics (cleansers, shampoos) as a mild surfactant; not commonly a food ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- rare contact sensitization (topical)
What regulators actually say
"The Expert Panel concluded that Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate and related glutamate ingredients are safe in the present practices of use and concentration."
"Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate — surfactant cleansing agent."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Regulated as cosmetic ingredient (21 CFR), not approved as direct food additive.
European Union — EFSA
Cosmetic use covered under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
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