Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate

CAS Number
125804-04-8
Function
Anti-static agent; Softener and conditioner; Viscosity modifier
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; parent compound (behenamidopropyl dimethylamine) CIR-reviewed โ€” safe when formulated to be non-sensitizing

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

DMAPA impurity must be controlled (max 115 ppm in raw behenamidopropyl dimethylamine per supplier data); must be formulated to avoid nitrosamine formation; QRA recommended for leave-on applications

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate safe in cosmetics?

DMAPA impurity must be controlled (max 115 ppm in raw behenamidopropyl dimethylamine per supplier data); must be formulated to avoid nitrosamine formation; QRA recommended for leave-on applications The EU classifies Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate allowed in the EU?

Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate do in cosmetics?

Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate functions as: Anti-static agent; Softener and conditioner; Viscosity modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 125804-04-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Behenamidopropyl Dimethylamine Behenate?

adequate 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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