Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

Aminomethyl Propanol

INCI: AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL

CAS Number
124-68-5
Function
pH Adjuster
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
EU Max Conc. 7%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: S - JACT 9(2):203-228, 1990

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Toxicological Studies

9 study endpoints found for Aminomethyl Propanol. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL >=0.73 mg/kg bw/day oral code:3544 oral REACH
NOAEL >=200 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL >=2.2 mg/kg bw/day oral code:3544 oral REACH
NOAEL 300 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 600 ppm oral dog oral REACH
NOAEL >=250 ppm oral rat oral REACH
NOEL >=110 ppm oral dog oral REACH
NOAEL 750 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL >=3200 ppm oral mouse oral REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is severely irritating to the skin. The aerosol is irritating to the respiratory tract.
Long-term Exposure Effects
Ingestion may cause effects on the liver.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

pH adjuster with restricted use in EU formulations; generally recognized as safe at permitted concentrations.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

EU Restricted eu_children_restricted

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aminomethyl Propanol safe in cosmetics?

pH adjuster with restricted use in EU formulations; generally recognized as safe at permitted concentrations. The EU classifies Aminomethyl Propanol as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD. 9 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Aminomethyl Propanol allowed in the EU?

Aminomethyl Propanol EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 7%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Aminomethyl Propanol do in cosmetics?

Aminomethyl Propanol functions as: pH Adjuster. It is classified as a Cosmetic Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 124-68-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Aminomethyl Propanol?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Aminomethyl Propanol?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Aminomethyl Propanol is >=0.73 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in code:3544. A total of 9 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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