Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR Expert Panel determined alkyl betaines safe as used when formulated to be nonirritating; very low market prevalence reported; potential for monochloroacetic acid and dichloroacetic acid impurities from synthesis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decyl Betaine safe in cosmetics?
CIR Expert Panel determined alkyl betaines safe as used when formulated to be nonirritating; very low market prevalence reported; potential for monochloroacetic acid and dichloroacetic acid impurities from synthesis. The EU classifies Decyl Betaine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Decyl Betaine allowed in the EU?
Decyl Betaine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Decyl Betaine do in cosmetics?
Decyl Betaine functions as: Antistatic agent, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant (cleansing, foam boosting), viscosity increasing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2644-45-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Decyl 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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