Lauryl Glucoside Surfactant
Lauryl Glucoside is a mild, non-ionic surfactant from the alkyl polyglucoside (APG) family, produced by reacting plant-derived glucose with lauryl alcohol sourced from natural fatty acids. As a biodegradable surfactant made from renewable raw materials, it is widely used in sulfate-free and naturally focused formulations including shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, and sensitive-skin products.
Compared with shorter-chain APGs, Lauryl Glucoside offers stronger cleansing performance and contributes to a rich, dense foam profile, while still maintaining a high level of skin and ocular mildness. It is well suited for building viscosity and enhancing the stability of surfactant systems, and it blends easily with anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric surfactants. Its broad pH tolerance and formulation flexibility make it a dependable primary or secondary surfactant in a range of personal care applications where gentle but effective cleansing is required.
Lauryl Glucoside is commonly used in gentle, sulfate-free formulations for products such as shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, and hand soaps where mild but effective cleansing is desired. Usage levels typically range from 3–30%, depending on the required foaming, detergency, and viscosity contribution.
Lauryl Glucoside is compatible with a wide range of anionic, non-ionic, and amphoteric surfactants and can assist with viscosity building, especially when used alongside salt-based thickeners or natural gums.
It is generally added to the water phase of a formulation and should be incorporated at room temperature or slightly warmed to ensure proper blending and maintain product stability.
Technical Information:
- INCI Name: Lauryl Glucoside
- CAS Number: 110615-47-9
- Chemical Class: Alkyl Polyglucoside (APG)
- Appearance: Pale yellow liquid
- Odour: Mild, characteristic
- pH: 11.5–12.5 @15%
- Specific Gravity: 1.08–1.15 @ 20°C
- Solubility: Soluble in water
- Active Matter: Typically 50–52%
- Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable
- Country of Origin: China