LAURIC ACID
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 143-07-7
EINECS / EC 205-582-1
CosIng Ref 34931
Chemical Name Dodecanoic acid
Formula C12H24O2
Mol. Weight 200.32 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function CLEANSING
Secondary Functions SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING; SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
Comedogenic Rating: 4/5
High risk — likely to clog pores
Skin Type Compatibility
Acne-Prone ✕ Avoid
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
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