Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Amphoteric betaine surfactants are among the mildest surfactant classes; low irritation potential; generally well-tolerated even on sensitive skin. An amphoteric (zwitterionic) surfactant with a 22-carbon behenyl chain; excellent foam-boosting and viscosity-building properties; functions as a co-surfactant to reduce irritation potential of primary anionic surfactants; good compatibility across a wide pH range
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Behenyl Betaine safe in cosmetics?
Amphoteric betaine surfactants are among the mildest surfactant classes; low irritation potential; generally well-tolerated even on sensitive skin. An amphoteric (zwitterionic) surfactant with a 22-carbon behenyl chain; excellent foam-boosting and viscosity-building properties; functions as a co-surfactant to reduce irritation potential of primary anionic surfactants; good compatibility across a wide pH range The EU classifies Behenyl Betaine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Behenyl Betaine allowed in the EU?
Behenyl Betaine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Behenyl Betaine do in cosmetics?
Behenyl Betaine functions as: Surfactant, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, antistatic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20748-86-1 (docosyldimethylglycine / docosyl betaine).
What is the Margin of Safety for Behenyl 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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