Potassium Cocoyl Taurate
AKA “Coconut taurate, Gentle cleanser
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Potassium cocoyl taurate
AKA: Coconut taurate, Gentle cleanser
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Cleanser
Amino Acid
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Potassium Cocoyl Taurate is formed by Ethane sulfonic acid, 2-amino-, N-coco-acyl derivatives, potassium salt Science: Functions: Cleansing, Surfactant - Cleansing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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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.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Traditional Use
Modern amino acid-based surfactant combining coconut oil with taurine (a naturally occurring amino acid). Created in the late 20th century as a gentle cleanser for baby and sensitive skin products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Tree Nut (Coconut)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR
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