Lauroyl Sarcosine

Independent reference data for Lauroyl Sarcosine (CAS 97-78-9), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Documented uses on record

CIR ingredient: Lauroyl SarcosineAcyl sarcosines are used as hair-conditioning agents and surfactant-cleansing agents in cosmetics, as well as to improve wetting and penetration of topical pharmaceutical products. Acyl sarcosines and their sodium salts are also used in the metal finishing and processing industries for their crystal modifying, anti-rust, and anti-corrosion properties. (A2881)

Synonyms and trade names

N-LAUROYLSARCOSINE; 97-78-9; Lauroyl sarcosine; Glycine, N-methyl-N-(1-oxododecyl)-; Lauroylsarcosine; Hamposyl L; Maprosyl L; Sarcosyl L; N-Laurylsarcosine; N-Lauroyl sarcosinate; Crodasinic L; Nikkol sarcosinate LH; N-Lauroyl-N-methylaminoacetic acid; 2-(N-methyldodecanamido)acetic acid; LIJ19P3L6F; NSC-96994

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Lauroyl Sarcosine) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Hair conditioning; Cleansing; Antistatic; Surfactant

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H315 (90.2%), H318 (74.6%), H319 (25.4%), H330 (64.2%), H335 (22%)

H315 (90.2%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

H318 (74.6%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

What the public record says

N-lauroylsarcosine · CAS 97-78-9 · C15H29NO3. UNII LIJ19P3L6F.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.