Product Overview
SCI Powder is a mild, coconut-derived anionic surfactant supplied by EZ Elements in its 85% active powder form. Its INCI name is Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, sometimes referred to in the industry as Baby Foam, and it is the sodium salt ester of coconut fatty acid and isethionic acid. SCI 85% is widely used in both solid and liquid personal care formulations for its ability to produce a rich, creamy lather while gently cleansing skin and hair.
Unlike harsher sulfate surfactants, SCI effectively removes dirt, oil, and impurities without stripping the skin’s natural moisture barrier, making it a favorite for sensitive skin and daily-use formulations, and one of the defining ingredients behind the syndet bar category.
Why It Is Behind So Many Syndet Bars and Sulfate-Free Formulas
SCI has become one of the most trusted surfactants in gentle, sulfate-free formulation, and its performance profile explains why.
- A rich, creamy, stable lather. SCI produces a luxurious foam that enhances the sensory profile of a finished product and leaves skin feeling smooth, clean, and refreshed.
- Genuinely mild on skin and hair. It cleanses effectively without stripping natural oils, making it well suited to sensitive skin, baby care, and daily-use products.
- The defining ingredient in syndet bars. SCI is a foundational surfactant in solid, soap-free cleansing bars, prized for its shape-holding structure alongside a rich lather.
- Works well in hard and soft water. Unlike traditional soap, SCI performs consistently regardless of water hardness, which matters for brands selling into varied Canadian water conditions.
- Versatile across solid and liquid formats. Beyond shampoo bars, SCI performs in liquid shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, bath bombs, and bubble baths.
Key Features & Benefits
- Supplied at 85% active surfactant matter for consistent, predictable formulation dosing.
- Derived from coconut fatty acids, offering a naturally sourced surfactant backbone.
- Sulfate-free and gentle enough for sensitive skin and baby care formulations.
- Produces a rich, stable, creamy lather across both solid and liquid product formats.
- Performs consistently in both hard and soft water.
- Biodegradable and eco-friendly, supporting environmentally responsible formulation.
Applications
SCI Powder is used across personal care formulation categories served by EZ Elements.
Personal Care & Solid Cleansing Formulations
- Shampoo bars and syndet bars, where SCI is a foundational, shape-holding surfactant
- Liquid shampoos and body washes, contributing rich, stable foam
- Facial cleansers, where its mildness suits daily-use formulations
- Baby care products, where gentle, non-stripping cleansing is essential
- Bath bombs, bubble baths, and powder soaps, where SCI adds foaming performance
How to Work with SCI Powder
SCI is typically incorporated into the surfactant or water phase depending on the formulation. Pre-mixing with a liquid surfactant such as CAPB may help with dispersion and processing. Because SCI is a fine powder, always wear a dust mask and work in a well-ventilated space when measuring or blending in bulk, since dust exposure is the primary handling concern with this ingredient.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
| INCI Name | Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate |
| CAS No. | 61789-32-0 |
| Chemical Family | Mild anionic surfactant, sodium salt ester of coconut fatty acid and isethionic acid |
| Derived From | Coconut fatty acids |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Active Content | 85% active surfactant matter |
| Solubility | Not highly water-soluble as a standalone powder; typically incorporated into the surfactant or water phase, often alongside a liquid surfactant |
| Handling Note | Fine powder; wear a dust mask and work in a ventilated space when measuring in bulk |
| Biodegradability | Biodegradable |
| Regulatory Status | COA and SDS available on request |
Why Choose EZ Elements as Your Supplier
EZ Elements supplies SCI 85% with consistent active concentration and complete documentation, supporting soap makers, personal care brands, and syndet bar formulators across Canada.
- Full documentation including Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Certificate of Analysis (COA), and Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Consistent 85% active concentration for reliable, repeatable formulation dosing
- Bulk supply with transparent, competitive pricing, especially valuable during this month’s Summer Clear Out Sale
- Technical support on dispersion, processing, and syndet bar formulation guidance
Safety & Storage Guidelines
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture, to prevent clumping.
- SCI is a fine, airborne powder. Wear a dust mask and eye protection, and work in a contained, well-ventilated space when handling or measuring in bulk, since dust exposure is the primary handling concern with this ingredient.
- For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and avoid breathing dust.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
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 SCI Powder used for?
SCI is used as a mild, foaming surfactant in shampoo bars, syndet bars, liquid shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, bath bombs, and baby care products, wherever a rich, creamy lather is needed without the irritation potential of harsher sulfates.
Q2: Why won’t SCI Powder dissolve directly in water?
SCI is not highly water-soluble as a standalone powder. It is typically incorporated into the surfactant or water phase depending on the formulation, and pre-mixing with a liquid surfactant such as CAPB may help with dispersion and processing.
Q3: Is SCI Powder gentle enough for baby products?
Yes. SCI is widely known in the industry as Baby Foam and is commonly used in baby care and sensitive skin formulations for its mild, non-stripping cleansing profile.
Q4: Can SCI Powder replace SLS or SLSA in a formulation?
SCI is often used as a sulfate-free alternative in similar applications, including bath bombs and bar formulations, though it behaves differently in terms of solubility and processing. Run a small test batch when substituting SCI for another primary surfactant.
Q5: What ingredients pair well with SCI Powder?
SCI is frequently paired with CAPB to aid dispersion and processing, and with Decyl Glucoside (neutral pH) to increase overall mildness and solubility in the finished formulation.
Q6: Where can I buy SCI Powder in bulk in Canada?
SCI Powder is available for bulk purchase directly from EZ Elements, with supply options for soap makers, personal care brands, and syndet bar formulators across Canada. This month, SCI 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 SCI in shampoo bar and syndet formulations:
- CAPB (Cocamidopropyl Betaine) A mild amphoteric surfactant frequently used alongside SCI to aid dispersion and processing.
- Decyl Glucoside (neutral pH) A gentle nonionic surfactant that increases mildness and solubility when blended with SCI.
Order or Enquire
Looking to buy SCI Powder in bulk? Contact EZ Elements for current pricing, full product documentation, and supply options across personal care and soap making 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.
