SODIUM METHYL COCOYL TAURATE- ▸ Facial cleansers: Foaming surfactant in syndet and cleansing systems.
- ▸ Body wash: Primary or secondary cleansing surfactant.
- ▸ Foaming agent: Generates dense, stable lather.
- ▸ Co-surfactant: Pairs with other anionics to build viscosity and foam.
A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.
Request SDS →Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate (CAS 12765-39-8) is an anionic N-acyl methyl taurate surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids. PubChem classifies the N-acyl methyl taurate family as cleansing, foaming surfactants for cosmetic formulations. It is used as a primary or secondary surfactant in facial and body cleansers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is sodium methyl cocoyl taurate (SMCT)?
SMCT (CAS 12765-39-8) is an anionic N-acyl methyl taurate surfactant derived from coconut fatty acids. PubChem classifies the N-acyl methyl taurate family as cleansing, foaming surfactants for cosmetic formulations. RawSource supplies it as a primary or secondary surfactant for cleansing systems.
Is sodium methyl cocoyl taurate the same as SLS?
No. SMCT is an N-acyl taurate surfactant made from coconut fatty acids, structurally distinct from sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), which is an alkyl sulfate; they have different CAS numbers. SMCT is often used in sulfate-free cleansing formulations. Confirm identity by CAS on the CoA.
What is sodium methyl cocoyl taurate used for?
It is used as a foaming surfactant in facial cleansers and syndet systems, as a primary or secondary cleansing surfactant in body washes, and as a co-surfactant that pairs with other anionics to build viscosity and foam. It generates a dense, stable lather. RawSource supplies it for personal-care formulations.
How does SMCT compare to sodium cocoyl isethionate as a co-surfactant?
Both are mild-foaming anionic surfactants common in syndet and sulfate-free cleansers; SMCT is an N-acyl methyl taurate while sodium cocoyl isethionate is an isethionate ester, so they differ in lather character, solubility, and viscosity-building behavior. Selection depends on the target sensory and rheology profile. Contact us to match the surfactant to your formulation.
What form and packaging does RawSource supply for SMCT?
SMCT is supplied as a powder/granular solid or as an aqueous active solution depending on grade; active content varies, so request a CoA. RawSource offers bags, drums, and bulk supply. Contact us for available grades and a bulk quote.