Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Key concern is DMAPA and amidoamine impurity control — these are the sensitization drivers, not the betaine itself. Should not be used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form. Allergen of the Year 2004 (ACDS) was CAPB — later attributed to impurities, not the betaine
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine safe in cosmetics?
Key concern is DMAPA and amidoamine impurity control — these are the sensitization drivers, not the betaine itself. Should not be used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form. Allergen of the Year 2004 (ACDS) was CAPB — later attributed to impurities, not the betaine The EU classifies Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine allowed in the EU?
Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetics?
Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – foam boosting; hair conditioning; skin conditioning; viscosity controlling; antistatic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 86438-79-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Coco/Oleamidopropyl Betaine?
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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