Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market

By Form;

Powder, Aqueous, Solid SCG and Others

By Grade;

Cosmetic Grade, Food Grade and Technical Grade

By Property;

Mild Surfactant, Foaming Agent, Emulsifier and Cleansing Agent

By Distribution Channel;

Direct Sales, Distributors, Online Marketplaces and Retail Stores

By Application;

Hair Care, Skin Care and Others

By Geography;

North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa and Latin America - Report Timeline (2021 - 2031)
Report ID: Rn112152274 Published Date: August, 2025 Updated Date: September, 2025

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market Overview

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market (USD Million)

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market was valued at USD 139.75 million. The size of this market is expected to increase to USD 217.89 million by the year 2031, while growing at a Compounded Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.6%.


Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market

*Market size in USD million

CAGR 6.6 %


Study Period2025 - 2031
Base Year2024
CAGR (%)6.6 %
Market Size (2024)USD 139.75 Million
Market Size (2031)USD 217.89 Million
Market ConcentrationMedium
Report Pages324
139.75
2024
217.89
2031

Major Players

  • Ajinomoto
  • Asahi Kasei
  • Schill Seilacher
  • Sino Lion
  • Taiwan NJC
  • DeWolf Chemical
  • Changsha Puji
  • BASF SE
  • Clariant International AG

Market Concentration

Consolidated - Market dominated by 1 - 5 major players

Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market

Fragmented - Highly competitive market without dominant players


The Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market is gaining strong momentum as a natural, mild, and biodegradable surfactant that caters to rising consumer demand for sustainable personal care formulations. Usage of plant-derived ingredients in cosmetics has grown by nearly 45%, positioning sodium cocoyl glutamate as a preferred alternative to synthetic surfactants. This eco-friendly profile is driving its adoption across skincare, haircare, and cleansing products.

Key Drivers Accelerating Growth
The push toward clean-label products and increased awareness of skin-friendly ingredients are major forces fueling this market. Studies indicate that almost 40% of consumers now prioritize mild surfactants for daily use. The ability of sodium cocoyl glutamate to deliver effective foaming and gentle cleansing while maintaining skin hydration strongly supports its rising demand.

Advancements Boosting Market Potential
Continuous formulation innovations and the development of premium natural cosmetics have strengthened the market’s outlook. Approximately 50% of new launches in the organic personal care segment now feature amino acid–based surfactants such as sodium cocoyl glutamate. Its compatibility with sensitive skin and sulfate-free claims adds to its commercial attractiveness across multiple applications.

Industry Advancements and Expansion
The rise of sustainable sourcing practices and green chemistry is set to reshape the competitive landscape. Nearly 60% of formulators now highlight biodegradable surfactants as a core innovation area. With continuous technological improvements and strong emphasis on eco-conscious product development, sodium cocoyl glutamate is positioned as a key enabler of the natural personal care revolution.

  1. Introduction
    1. Research Objectives and Assumptions
    2. Research Methodology
    3. Abbreviations
  2. Market Definition & Study Scope
  3. Executive Summary
    1. Market Snapshot, By Form
    2. Market Snapshot, By Grade
    3. Market Snapshot, By Property
    4. Market Snapshot, By Distribution Channel
    5. Market Snapshot, By Application
    6. Market Snapshot, By Region
  4. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market Dynamics
    1. Drivers, Restraints and Opportunities
      1. Drivers
        1. Natural Ingredients

        2. Consumer Preference

        3. Regulatory Support

        4. Sustainable Sourcing

      2. Restraints
        1. High Cost

        2. Limited Awareness

        3. Supply Chain Issues

        4. Market Saturation

      3. Opportunities
        1. Product Innovation

        2. Growth in Personal Care

        3. Customized Solutions

        4. Increased R&D Investment

    2. PEST Analysis
      1. Political Analysis
      2. Economic Analysis
      3. Social Analysis
      4. Technological Analysis
    3. Porter's Analysis
      1. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
      2. Bargaining Power of Buyers
      3. Threat of Substitutes
      4. Threat of New Entrants
      5. Competitive Rivalry
  5. Market Segmentation
    1. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market, By Form, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Powder
      2. Aqueous
      3. Solid SCG
      4. Others
    2. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market, By Grade, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Cosmetic Grade

      2. Food Grade

      3. Technical Grade

    3. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market, By Property, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Mild Surfactant

      2. Foaming Agent

      3. Emulsifier

      4. Cleansing Agent

    4. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market, By Distribution Channel, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)

      1. Direct Sales

      2. Distributors

      3. Online Marketplaces

      4. Retail Stores

    5. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market, By Application, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. Hair Care
      2. Skin Care
      3. Others
    6. Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate Market, By Geography, 2021 - 2031 (USD Million)
      1. North America
        1. United States
        2. Canada
      2. Europe
        1. Germany
        2. United Kingdom
        3. France
        4. Italy
        5. Spain
        6. Nordic
        7. Benelux
        8. Rest of Europe
      3. Asia Pacific
        1. Japan
        2. China
        3. India
        4. Australia & New Zealand
        5. South Korea
        6. ASEAN (Association of South East Asian Countries)
        7. Rest of Asia Pacific
      4. Middle East & Africa
        1. GCC
        2. Israel
        3. South Africa
        4. Rest of Middle East & Africa
      5. Latin America
        1. Brazil
        2. Mexico
        3. Argentina
        4. Rest of Latin America
  6. Competitive Landscape
    1. Company Profiles
      1. Ajinomoto
      2. Asahi Kasei
      3. Schill Seilacher
      4. Sino Lion
      5. Taiwan NJC
      6. DeWolf Chemical
      7. Changsha Puji
      8. BASF SE
      9. Clariant International AG
  7. Analyst Views
  8. Future Outlook of the Market