sodium methyl cocoyl taurate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Sodium cocoyl taurate
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Clean
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate is the sodium salt of the coconut fatty acid amide of N-methyltaurine. It conforms generally to the formula
CAS #
12765-39-8, 61791-42-2
Form
Liquid
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Removes Impurities
Traditional Use
A synthetic amino acid-derived surfactant created in the late 20th century from coconut oil and the amino acid taurine, designed as a mild cleanser alternative to harsh sulfates.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR