Products Description
N‑Lauroyl‑L‑glutamic acid (CAS# 3397‑65‑7) is a mild amino‑acid surfactant and skin conditioner. Widely incorporated into cleansers, shampoos and other personal care items, it creates abundant, silky foam while delivering moisturizing benefits and retaining stable performance in acidic formulations. It is also investigated for potential anti‑asthmatic effects.
Chemical Properties
| Melting point | 95-96 °C |
| Boiling point | 543.6±40.0 °C(Predicted) |
| density | 1.081±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| storage temp. | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| solubility | Aqueous Base (Slightly), Chloroform (Slightly) |
| form | Solid |
| pka | 3.46±0.10(Predicted) |
| color | White to Off-White |
| LogP | 2.964 (est) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | L-Glutamic acid, N-(1-oxododecyl)- (3397-65-7) |
Safety Information
| HazardClass | IRRITANT |
Key Applications
It is widely formulated into hair and body care products such as body washes and facial cleansers. It imparts a smooth, soft after-feel on skin and hair, while mitigating irritation and reducing the harshness brought by traditional soap bases.
