Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate
AKA “Sodium caproyl methyl taurate, Ethanesulfonic acid, sodium salt, UNII-6SZ7ZVS1TK, SODIUM METHYL CAPROYL TAURATE, SODIUM N-DECANOYL-N-METHYLTAURINE”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Sodium caproyl methyltaurate
AKA: Sodium caproyl methyl taurate, Ethanesulfonic acid, Sodium salt, UNII-6SZ7ZVS1TK, SODIUM METHYL CAPROYL TAURATE, SODIUM N-DECANOYL-N-METHYLTAURINE
Synthetic · Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle, plant-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil without stripping skin. Leaves your complexion fresh and balanced.
Formula
C13H26NNaO4S
Mol. Weight
315.41
CAS #
29051-57-8
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from coconut or palm kernel oils through saponification and fatty acid extraction. Synthesized by methylation and taurine conjugation of caproyl fatty acids.
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Cleansing
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Developed in recent decades as a mild, biodegradable surfactant derived from caprylic acid and amino acids. Engineered to provide gentle cleansing suitable for sensitive skin and natural personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR