Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate
Sodium lauroyl sarcosinate is an anionic surfactant made by reacting lauric acid chloride (from coconut or palm kernel oil) with sarcosine (N-methylglycine) and neutralizing with sodium hydroxide. It foams well, is used in toothpastes, shampoos and body washes, and is common in sulfate-free formulas. Brands buy it as a roughly 30% aqueous solution or as a high-active powder.
Suppliers sell different products under the same name. Specify the one you need.
Aqueous solution in drums or totes for shampoos and washes.
Dry form for toothpastes, powders and solid bars.
Material made to compendial specifications for toothpaste use.
Coconut-derived grades approved for COSMOS or similar standards.
Compare each result with your own specification when the lot arrives.
Store liquid sarcosinate closed at moderate temperature, away from freezing, and keep powder sealed and dry. Shelf life follows the supplier's specification, with a retest of active matter, pH and micro for older liquid stock.
Record active matter, pH and salt for each lot. Do not combine with ingredients that can form nitrosamines, and keep the supplier's statement on nitrosamine controls with the lot file. Rotate FIFO.
Facts from regulators and standards bodies, each linked to its source.
Health Canada's Natural Health Products Ingredients Database lists sodium lauroylsarcosinate (CAS 137-16-6) for topical use up to 0.9% in leave-on and up to 15% in rinse-off products, citing CIR.
Source: webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)The same database entry restricts it to buccal, dental or topical use when formulated to be non-irritating and bars its use in products in which N-nitroso compounds can be formed.
Source: webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca (opens in a new tab)21 CFR 73.2125 lists sodium N-lauroyl sarcosinate among the substances that potassium sodium copper chlorophyllin may be combined with when used to color dentifrices.
Source: ecfr.gov (opens in a new tab)This is general information, not regulatory advice. Status differs by country and by how the ingredient is used, so check the rules for your product and market.
Manufacturers and distributors whose own websites say they sell it.
Manufacturer · Navi Mumbai, India
Indian producer of surfactants and specialty care ingredients, including sulfates, mild amino-acid and glucoside surfactants, emollient esters and UV filters for personal and home care.
Manufacturer · Englewood, CO
US specialty chemicals company whose personal care unit makes surfactants, emollient esters and silicones for shampoos, cleansers and skin care, alongside fuel and industrial chemistries.
Suppliers are in alphabetical order and none pays to appear. Each claim is checked against the supplier’s own website on the date shown. Ask for the specification sheet and a recent COA before you order, and confirm details with the supplier.
Common forms include liquid (about 30% active), powder (about 94% or more active), pharmaceutical or oral-care grade and natural-standard grades. Ask each supplier for the specification sheet of the exact grade they quote.
Expect active matter, free fatty acid, sodium chloride, pH, microbiology and heavy metals, each with its method, specification and result for that lot.
Store liquid sarcosinate closed at moderate temperature, away from freezing, and keep powder sealed and dry. Shelf life follows the supplier's specification, with a retest of active matter, pH and micro for older liquid stock.
Health Canada's Natural Health Products Ingredients Database lists sodium lauroylsarcosinate (CAS 137-16-6) for topical use up to 0.9% in leave-on and up to 15% in rinse-off products, citing CIR. The same database entry restricts it to buccal, dental or topical use when formulated to be non-irritating and bars its use in products in which N-nitroso compounds can be formed. 21 CFR 73.2125 lists sodium N-lauroyl sarcosinate among the substances that potassium sodium copper chlorophyllin may be combined with when used to color dentifrices.
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