Sodium N-Isostearoyl Methyltaurate
AKA “RefChem:887723, DTXCID601436971, Sodium 2-[methyl(16-methylheptadecanoyl)amino]ethane-1-sulfonate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Sodium n-isostearoyl methyltaurate
AKA: RefChem:887723, DTXCID601436971, Sodium 2-[methyl(16-methylheptadecanoyl)amino]ethane-1-sulfonate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle, plant-derived cleanser that removes dirt and oil while keeping skin soft and balanced. Works effectively without stripping natural moisture.
Formula
C21H42NNaO4S
Mol. Weight
427.60
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.
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Removes dirt and impurities
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
A synthetic taurate-based surfactant derived from isostearic acid. Designed for mild, conditioning cleansing in contemporary personal care products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR