Is Sodium Methyl Laurate Sulfonate vegetarian?
Sodium Methyl Laurate Sulfonate
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Vegetarian
Vegan
Vegan
Sodium Methyl Laurate Sulfonate is the sodium salt of the sulfonated methyl ester of lauric acid, used as a surfactant and cleansing agent in cosmetic formulations.
| Also known as | Dodecanoic acid, 2-sulfo-, 1-methyl ester, sodium salt (1:1) |
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| INCI name | Sodium Methyl Laurate Sulfonate |
| CosIng ID | 90454 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
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