Apricotamidopropyl Betaine

INCI: APRICOTAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

CAS Number
Not assigned in CosIng (apricot kernel-derived amphoteric betaine)
Function
Antistatic, Cleansing, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant–Cleansing, Surfactant–Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; no CIR monograph specific to this INCI, but CIR has reviewed the analogous Cocamidopropyl Betaine class as safe with qualifications

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

DMAPA impurity is the key concern; ensure supplier certificates confirm less than 0.01% DMAPA; potential for amidoamine-related contact dermatitis.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apricotamidopropyl Betaine safe in cosmetics?

DMAPA impurity is the key concern; ensure supplier certificates confirm less than 0.01% DMAPA; potential for amidoamine-related contact dermatitis. The EU classifies Apricotamidopropyl Betaine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Apricotamidopropyl Betaine allowed in the EU?

Apricotamidopropyl Betaine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Apricotamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetics?

Apricotamidopropyl Betaine functions as: Antistatic, Cleansing, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant–Cleansing, Surfactant–Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned in CosIng (apricot kernel-derived amphoteric betaine).

What is the Margin of Safety for Apricotamidopropyl Betaine?

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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