Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI) FLAKES

SCI Flakes – Gentle Coconut-Based Surfactant for Luxurious Lather
INCI Name: Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CAS Number: 61789-32-0 / 58969-27-0

Form: White to off-white flakes

Solubility: Soluble in surfactants and glycols; dispersible in water

Origin: Derived from coconut oil and isethionic acid

Active Surfactant Matter (ASM): 83.5% – 85%

Product Description:
SCI Flakes are a mild, sulfate-free anionic surfactant known for producing a rich, creamy lather without stripping the skin or hair. Ideal for solid shampoo bars, facial cleansers, and syndet soaps, SCI is a favorite among formulators for its gentle cleansing and silky after-feel. It’s especially suitable for sensitive skin and black hair care.

Key Benefits:
Produces dense, luxurious foam

Non-drying and gentle on skin and scalp

Ideal for sulfate-free and pH-balanced formulations

Leaves skin and hair feeling soft and moisturized

Excellent for solid bars and creamy cleansers

Biodegradable and non-comedogenic

Usage Guidelines:
Property Details
Usage Rate 3% – 40% (typical: 10–30% in solid bars)
Recommended pH Stable in pH 6 – 8 systems
Processing Note: Melt into co-surfactants like Cocamidopropyl Betaine or Coco Glucoside at ~70°C
Shelf Life: 24 months when stored in a cool, dry place

Applications:
Solid shampoo bars and syndet bars

Creamy facial cleansers and body washes

Foaming bath truffles and shower steamers

Baby cleansers and sensitive skin formulas

Sulfate-free hair care and scalp treatments