Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
INCI: BABASSUAMIDOPROPYL HYDROXYSULTAINE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally considered very mild. Low irritation potential; suitable for sensitive skin formulations. No significant toxicological red flags at typical use levels.. Amphoteric/zwitterionic surfactant - carries both positive and negative charges internally. Excellent foam boosting when paired with primary anionic surfactants; also functions as a viscosity builder. Biodegradable and derived from renewable babassu oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine safe in cosmetics?
Generally considered very mild. Low irritation potential; suitable for sensitive skin formulations. No significant toxicological red flags at typical use levels.. Amphoteric/zwitterionic surfactant - carries both positive and negative charges internally. Excellent foam boosting when paired with primary anionic surfactants; also functions as a viscosity builder. Biodegradable and derived from renewable babassu oil. The EU classifies Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine allowed in the EU?
Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine do in cosmetics?
Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine functions as: Skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68139-30-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine?
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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