Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid

INCI: BETA-ALANINE DIACETIC ACID

CAS Number
6245-75-6 (PubChem CID: 535795)
Function
Chelating agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific prohibition; however, CIR concluded insufficient data to determine safety

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

The CIR Expert Panel found available data insufficient to make a safety determination for cosmetic use - this is a significant flag for formulators and requires additional safety substantiation if used. An N,N-diacetate-substituted amino acid; biodegradable chelating agent positioned as an eco-friendlier alternative to traditional chelators like EDTA; structurally related to Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid safe in cosmetics?

The CIR Expert Panel found available data insufficient to make a safety determination for cosmetic use - this is a significant flag for formulators and requires additional safety substantiation if used. An N,N-diacetate-substituted amino acid; biodegradable chelating agent positioned as an eco-friendlier alternative to traditional chelators like EDTA; structurally related to Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate The EU classifies Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid allowed in the EU?

Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid do in cosmetics?

Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid functions as: Chelating agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6245-75-6 (PubChem CID: 535795).

What is the Margin of Safety for Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid?

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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