Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Functions as antimicrobial but is not listed on EU Annex V (positive list of preservatives). If positioned as a preservative, regulatory challenge is possible. Position as antimicrobial booster or multifunctional active instead. May reduce efficacy when combined with cationic preservatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bis-Caprylylaminoethyl Glycine safe in cosmetics?
Functions as antimicrobial but is not listed on EU Annex V (positive list of preservatives). If positioned as a preservative, regulatory challenge is possible. Position as antimicrobial booster or multifunctional active instead. May reduce efficacy when combined with cationic preservatives. The EU classifies Bis-Caprylylaminoethyl Glycine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Bis-Caprylylaminoethyl Glycine allowed in the EU?
Bis-Caprylylaminoethyl Glycine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bis-Caprylylaminoethyl Glycine do in cosmetics?
Bis-Caprylylaminoethyl Glycine functions as: Antimicrobial / preservative booster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 17670-95-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Caprylylaminoethyl Glycine?
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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