Sodium lauroyl glutamate is a surfactant synthesized from plant-derived lauric acid and corn-derived glutamate through acylation and neutralization reactions.
In its dry form, this product appears as white or off-white powder/granules with no distinctive odor.
Characterized by mild properties and fine foaming, it is widely used in moisturizing facial cleansers, cleansing gels, and other personal care formulations.
| Specification Item | Standard Value / Limit |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or off-white powder without mechanical impurities |
| Odor | No special odor |
| Active substance content / % | ≥95.0 |
| Acid value / (mgKOH/g) | 115 ~ 125 |
| Water Content / % | ≤5.0 |
| pH value (25℃, 5% aqueous solution) | 5.0 ~ 6.0 |
| Sodium Chloride Content / % | ≤1.0 |
| Heavy Metal (Pt-Co) | ≤10 |
| As mg/kg | ≤2 |
It is an amino acid-based surfactant synthesized from plant-derived lauric acid and corn-derived glutamate. It is widely recognized for its gentle profile and excellent performance in personal care products.
Yes, it is highly suitable for sensitive skin. It exhibits exceptional mildness, produces very little irritation, and is non-allergenic and non-toxic, maintaining a weak acidity similar to skin (pH 5.0–6.0).
The product is highly concentrated, with an active substance content of ≥95.0% and low water content (≤5.0%), ensuring high purity and efficacy in formulations.
Sodium lauroyl glutamate demonstrates excellent foaming and cleaning stability across a wide pH range of 5.0 to 9.0, making it highly versatile for various personal care recipes.
It is primarily used in formulating moisturizing facial cleansers, cleansing gels, baby care products, and other gentle personal care products requiring rich, fine foam and low irritation.