Cocoyl Sarcosine
AKA “sarcosine, N-methylglycine, 2-(methylamino)acetic acid, Sarcosinic acid, Methylaminoacetic acid”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Cocoyl sarcosine
AKA: N-methylglycine, 2-(methylamino)acetic acid, Sarcosinic acid, Methylaminoacetic acid
Synthetic · Cleansing | Hair Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle plant-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil while leaving hair soft and conditioned. Works effectively in shampoos and body washes.
Formula
C3H7NO2
Mol. Weight
89.09
CAS #
68411-97-2
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from coconut oil fatty acids and the amino acid sarcosine, belonging to the sarcosinates chemical family. Synthesized through amidation of coconut fatty acyl chlorides with sarcosine.
Function
Cleansing | Hair Conditioning | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Cleansing
Hair Conditioning
Surfactant Cleansing
Moisturizing
Fights Acne
Strengthens Barrier
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Softens and detangles hair
Traditional Use
Developed as a mild, coconut-derived surfactant in the mid-20th century, designed to provide gentle cleansing properties while reducing skin irritation compared to harsher synthetic detergents.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR