SMCT Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate (Paste)
Frequently asked questions
Cosmy Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate in paste form. This mild anionic surfactant provides exceptional wetting and foaming properties. It is a low-irritating product designed for use in oral care applications such as toothpaste and tooth cleansing tablets. It is compatible with non-ionic, anionic and amphoteric surfactants
It offers excellent foaming boosting at all pH ranges.it allows easy rinsing while providing a soft and refreshing skin feel.
pH 6-8
Appearance Paste
Solid content 35.00 - 38.00%
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate is usually manufactured by dissolving taurine (coconut's amino acid) into a mixture of sodium hydrate, isopropyl alcohol and water. A solution of lauric acid chloride and sodium hydrate is added to this mixture and stirred. This is followed by addition of a solution of calcium chloride and hydrochloric acid tWhat is it used for?
Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate is used as a natural substitute to harsh sulphates and silicones for its effective surfactant properties. It is found in many personal care and hygiene products like face washes, anti-acne products, shampoos, body washes, and toothpaste.
- Skin care: It works as a cleanser and blends the oil and water well to clean impurities however, it does not strip the natural pH of your skin giving it a nice and soft after-feel. Since it is a non-irritant, it can be used for sensitive skin, even for people with a skin condition called rosacea
- Hair care: It is commonly used in shampoos to make it sulphate-free. It provides a high foaming and mild surfactant activity and is mild to the scalp making it a preferred choice in medicated and anti-dandruff shampoos
- Cleansing
- Foaming
- Surfactant
- Water
- Add to hot water phase of the formula
- 1% to 30%