Sodium Caproyl Methyltaurate

AKA “20461-70-5, Sodium caproyl methyl taurate, Ethanesulfonic acid, 2-(methyl(1-oxodecyl)amino)-, sodium salt, 6SZ7ZVS1TK, UNII-6SZ7ZVS1TK, DTXSID5066617, SODIUM METHYL CAPROYL TAURATE, SODIUM N-DECANOYL-N-METHYLTAURINE, 2-[methyl(1-oxodecyl)amino]-”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

Sodium caproyl methyltaurate

AKA: 20461-70-5, Sodium caproyl methyl taurate, Ethanesulfonic acid, 2-(methyl(1-oxodecyl)amino)-, Sodium salt, 6SZ7ZVS1TK, UNII-6SZ7ZVS1TK, DTXSID5066617, SODIUM METHYL CAPROYL TAURATE, SODIUM N-DECANOYL-N-METHYLTAURINE, 2-[methyl(1-oxodecyl)amino]-

Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 1

Synthetic

Cleanser

Plant Oil

Clean

Sodium salt of the caproic acid amide of N-methyl taurine

Formula

C13H26NNaO4S

Mol. Weight

315.41

CAS #

29051-57-8

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

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.