Carnitine HCl

INCI: CARNITINE HCL

CAS Number
6645-46-1 (L-Carnitine hydrochloride)
Function
Skin conditioning, hair conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; carnitine salts well-documented in supplement and cosmetic use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Low pH of concentrated solutions may require buffering; otherwise minimal toxicological concern.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carnitine HCl safe in cosmetics?

Low pH of concentrated solutions may require buffering; otherwise minimal toxicological concern. The EU classifies Carnitine HCl as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Carnitine HCl allowed in the EU?

Carnitine HCl EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Carnitine HCl do in cosmetics?

Carnitine HCl functions as: Skin conditioning, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6645-46-1 (L-Carnitine hydrochloride).

What is the Margin of Safety for Carnitine HCl?

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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