Sodium Methyltaurate Isopalmitamide
AKA “Fatty Acid Surfactant, Mild Cleanser
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Sodium methyltaurate isopalmitamide
AKA: Fatty Acid Surfactant, Mild Cleanser
Synthetic · Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Synthetic
Clean
Science: Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from isopalmitic acid and methyltaurine, members of the synthetic surfactant chemical family. Produced through amidation reaction between the fatty acid and the amino acid derivative.
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing
Benefits
Cleansing
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic surfactant combining taurine chemistry with fatty acid derivatives. Designed for gentle cleansing in contemporary personal care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR