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N-Lauroylsarcosine

Also known as: N-Dodecanoyl-N-methylglycine, Lauryl sarcosine, Sarkosyl L, Maprosyl L, Sarcosyl L, Glycine, N-methyl-N-(1-oxododecyl)-, N-Lauroylsarkosin, N-acyl sarcosinate

N-Lauroylsarcosine (CAS 97-78-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H29NO3 and a molecular weight of 271.39600 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 45-49 °C, a boiling point of 413.2ºC at 760mmHg and a density of 0.986g/cm3. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
97-78-9
Jingsj CID
J-1106252-5
Molecular Formula
C15H29NO3
Molecular Weight
271.39600 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point45-49 °C
Boiling Point413.2ºC at 760mmHg
Density0.986g/cm3
Exact Mass271.21500
PSA57.61000
LogP3.45030

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Yeu-Chun Kim, et al. Synergistic enhancement of skin permeability by N-lauroylsarcosine and ethanol. Int J Pharm. 2008 Mar 20;352(1-2):129-38.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2924199090
Summary2924199090. other acyclic amides (including acyclic carbamates) and their derivatives; salts thereof. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of N-Lauroylsarcosine?

The CAS number of N-Lauroylsarcosine is 97-78-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of N-Lauroylsarcosine?

N-Lauroylsarcosine has molecular formula C15H29NO3 and molecular weight 271.39600 g/mol.

Is N-Lauroylsarcosine hazardous?

N-Lauroylsarcosine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of N-Lauroylsarcosine?

For N-Lauroylsarcosine, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, N-Methyldodecanamide, Lauroyl chloride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "N-Lauroylsarcosine (CAS 97-78-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1106252-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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