Product Overview
Lauryl Glucoside is a nonionic, biodegradable surfactant supplied by EZ Elements as a clear to pale yellow viscous liquid. Its INCI name is Lauryl Glucoside, and it is produced from renewable raw materials, lauryl alcohol derived from coconut or palm kernel oil, reacted with glucose sourced from corn or other plant starches. As a member of the alkyl polyglucoside family, Lauryl Glucoside is non-petrochemical, non-ethoxylated, and readily biodegradable.
Where many mild surfactants trade away foam for gentleness, Lauryl Glucoside is valued specifically for doing both: it produces excellent, stable foam while remaining mild enough for daily-use and sensitive skin formulations.
Why It Is a Go to Ingredient for Foam and Formulation Flexibility
Lauryl Glucoside has built a strong reputation in clean and natural formulation, and its performance profile explains why.
- Excellent, stable foam. Unlike some milder surfactants that produce thin lather, Lauryl Glucoside builds a rich, stable foam, making it well suited to shampoos, body washes, and bubble baths where lather quality matters.
- Mild and well suited to gentle cleansing formulations. Lauryl Glucoside supports use in facial cleansers and baby care formulations where a gentler surfactant system is the priority.
- A viscosity-building ingredient as well as a cleanser. Beyond foaming, Lauryl Glucoside can thicken formulations and help adjust pH when needed, reducing the number of separate ingredients a formulator needs to source.
- Reduces irritation in surfactant blends. When combined with stronger surfactants such as sodium laureth sulfate, Lauryl Glucoside has been shown to reduce the overall irritation potential of the blend while maintaining strong cleansing performance.
- Naturally derived and non-ethoxylated. As a non-petrochemical, non-ethoxylated ingredient, Lauryl Glucoside fits naturally into clean label and naturally positioned formulation lines.
Key Features & Benefits
- Produced from coconut or palm kernel derived lauryl alcohol and plant-based glucose.
- Nonionic classification, mild and well suited to baby care, pet care, and gentle cleansing formulations.
- Builds rich, stable foam while enhancing formulation viscosity.
- Compatible with a wide range of surfactants, including cationic ingredients.
- Non-petrochemical, non-ethoxylated, and readily biodegradable.
- Authorized for use in organic cosmetic formulations.
Applications
Lauryl Glucoside is used across formulation categories served by EZ Elements, anchored by personal care cleansing formulation as its primary application.
Personal Care & Cleansing Formulations
- Shampoos and body washes, where Lauryl Glucoside builds rich, stable foam and adds viscosity
- Facial cleansers, where its mild profile suits daily-use formulations
- Baby care and pet care formulations, where mildness is the top priority
- Bubble baths and bath products, contributing foam and a soft after feel
Household & Industrial Cleaning
- Surface sprays and dishwashing liquids that need to be tough on grime but mild on skin
- Cleaning formulations where effective cleansing and mildness are desired
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
| INCI Name | Lauryl Glucoside |
| CAS No. | 110615-47-9 |
| Chemical Family | Nonionic alkyl polyglucoside (APG) surfactant |
| Derived From | Lauryl alcohol from coconut or palm kernel oil, and glucose from corn or plant starch |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid |
| Solubility | Water-soluble |
| pH | 11.5 to 12.5 |
| Solid Content | 50.0% to 53.0% |
| Viscosity | ≥ 2,000 mPa·s at 25°C |
| Density | Approximately 1.08 g/cm³ |
| Compatibility | Compatible with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants |
| Biodegradability | Readily biodegradable; non-petrochemical and non-ethoxylated |
| Regulatory Status | Included in the CIR list of ingredients reviewed as safe for cosmetic use; authorized in organic cosmetics; COA and SDS available on request |
Why Choose EZ Elements as Your Supplier
EZ Elements supplies Lauryl Glucoside with consistent quality and complete documentation, supporting personal care brands, pet care formulators, and cleaning product manufacturers across Canada.
- Full documentation including Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Certificate of Analysis (COA), and Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Consistent purity and foam performance batch to batch
- Bulk supply with transparent, competitive pricing, especially valuable during this month’s Summer Clear Out Sale
- Technical support on usage rates and surfactant blending for sensitive skin, baby, and pet care formulations
Safety & Storage Guidelines
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
- Keep the container tightly sealed between uses to prevent contamination.
- For external use only in finished cosmetic and cleaning formulations.
- Conduct compatibility and stability testing when combining with new surfactant systems.
Complete handling, first aid, and disposal instructions are provided in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available from EZ Elements upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Lauryl Glucoside used for?
Lauryl Glucoside is used as a mild, foam-building surfactant in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, bubble baths, baby care, pet care, and naturally positioned household cleaners.
Q2: How is Lauryl Glucoside different from Decyl Glucoside (neutral pH)?
Both are alkyl polyglucosides made from plant-based glucose and a fatty alcohol, but Lauryl Glucoside uses a longer chain fatty alcohol, which generally gives it stronger foaming and viscosity-building properties, while Decyl Glucoside (neutral pH) is often chosen for an even gentler profile in baby and sensitive skin formulations. The two are frequently used together to balance foam and mildness.
Q3: Is Lauryl Glucoside mild enough for sensitive skin?
Yes. Lauryl Glucoside is mild and well suited to gentle cleansing formulations, supporting its use in facial cleansers and baby care products.
Q4: Can Lauryl Glucoside be used as the only surfactant in a formulation?
Lauryl Glucoside can be used as a primary surfactant, and it is also frequently used alongside other surfactants such as CAPB (Cocamidopropyl Betaine) or SCI Powder to enhance foam depth and reduce overall irritation in a finished formulation.
Q5: What is the recommended usage rate for Lauryl Glucoside?
We do not have a confirmed recommended use level from the manufacturer at this time. Usage rate depends on the specific formulation and desired foam and viscosity profile, so we recommend running a small test batch and consulting our technical team for formulation guidance specific to your project.
Q6: Where can I buy Lauryl Glucoside in bulk in Canada?
Lauryl Glucoside is available for bulk purchase directly from EZ Elements, with supply options for personal care brands, pet care formulators, and cleaning product manufacturers across Canada. This month, Lauryl Glucoside is included in our Summer Clear Out Sale, 15% off sitewide with code SUMMER15 through August 31. Contact our team for current pricing, documentation, and product samples.
Related Ingredients
The following EZ Elements ingredients are commonly used alongside Lauryl Glucoside in cleansing formulations:
- Decyl Glucoside (neutral pH) A related alkyl polyglucoside with an even gentler profile, often blended with Lauryl Glucoside to balance foam and mildness.
- CAPB (Cocamidopropyl Betaine) A mild amphoteric surfactant frequently paired with Lauryl Glucoside to boost mildness and foam stability.
- SCI Powder A mild anionic surfactant often blended with glucosides like Lauryl Glucoside to increase overall mildness in syndet bar formulations.
Order or Enquire
Looking to buy Lauryl Glucoside in bulk? Contact EZ Elements for current pricing, full product documentation, and supply options across personal care and household cleaning formulation. This month’s Summer Clear Out Sale takes 15% off sitewide with code SUMMER15 through August 31. We supply brands, manufacturers, and formulators across Canada. Reach out today to request a sample, Technical Data Sheet, or a bulk pricing quote for your next project.
