Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Homotaurine analog with acceptable safety profiles; studied as pharmaceutical (tramiprosate) with minimal cosmetic concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Homotaurine analog with acceptable safety profiles; studied as pharmaceutical (tramiprosate) with minimal cosmetic concern. The EU classifies 3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is 3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid allowed in the EU?
3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does 3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid do in cosmetics?
3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid functions as: Surfactant, hydrotrope (improves solubility) and cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3687-18-1 (also known as homotaurine).
What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Aminopropane Sulfonic Acid?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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