Sodium Taurate

Sodium Taurate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 7347-25-3, SODIUM 2-AMINOETHYLSULFONATE, 2-AMINOETHANESULFONIC ACID, SODIUM SALT, ETHANESULFONIC ACID, SODIUM SALT (1:1)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Not Clean
2-Aminoethanesulfonic acid, sodium salt
Formula
C2H6NNaO3S
Mol. Weight
147.13
CAS #
7347-25-3
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
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Foam Boosting
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Synthetic amino acid-based surfactant derived from taurine, developed in the late 20th century. Created as a gentle, sulfate-free alternative cleanser suitable for sensitive and baby care products.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR