Sodium Lauroyl Taurate
AKA “Sodium 2-[(1-oxododecyl)amino]ethanesulphonate, Sodium 2-((1-oxododecyl)amino)ethanesulphonate, RefChem:886755, EINECS 274-695-6, N-Lauroyltaurine sodium salt, Sodium 2-dodecanamidoethane-1-sulfonate, sodium;2-(dodecanoylamino)ethanesulfonate
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Sodium lauroyl taurate
AKA: Sodium 2-[(1-oxododecyl)amino]ethanesulphonate, Sodium 2-((1-oxododecyl)amino)ethanesulphonate, RefChem:886755, EINECS 274-695-6, N-Lauroyltaurine sodium salt, Sodium 2-dodecanamidoethane-1-sulfonate, Sodium;2-(dodecanoylamino)ethanesulfonate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle plant-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil while creating a light, airy lather. Helps reduce static and frizz for smoother results.
Formula
C14H28NNaO4S
Mol. Weight
329.43
CAS #
70609-66-4
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Antistatic
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foaming
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Creates cleansing foam
Lifts away dirt and oil
Reduces flyaways
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a gentle amino acid surfactant derived from taurine (an amino acid) combined with lauric acid, created to provide effective cleansing while being milder than traditional sulfate-based cleansers.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR