Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide

INCI: DIHYDROXYETHYL C12-15 ALKOXYPROPYLAMINE OXIDE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (mixture-based INCI; components under alkyl amine oxide CAS class)
Function
Surfactant — cleansing, foam boosting, antistatic, hydrotrope
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted under 21 CFR Parts 700–740; permitted by default

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Free amine residuals (≤1% spec typical) may cause irritation. Alkoxylation introduces potential trace ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane — must test per NY DEC and MoCRA requirements. No stand-alone CIR review; read-across from amine oxide family.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide safe in cosmetics?

Free amine residuals (≤1% spec typical) may cause irritation. Alkoxylation introduces potential trace ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane — must test per NY DEC and MoCRA requirements. No stand-alone CIR review; read-across from amine oxide family. The EU classifies Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide allowed in the EU?

Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide do in cosmetics?

Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide functions as: Surfactant — cleansing, foam boosting, antistatic, hydrotrope. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (mixture-based INCI; components under alkyl amine oxide CAS class).

What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydroxyethyl C12-15 Alkoxypropylamine Oxide?

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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