Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide
INCI: DIHYDROXYPROPYL N-METHYLLAURAMIDE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited published toxicological data. For CPSR, supplier must provide acute oral/dermal toxicity, skin/eye irritation testing (OECD 404/405 or in vitro equivalents), mutagenicity (Ames), and use-level data. Confirm ocular irritation testing for leave-on vs. rinse-off distinction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide safe in cosmetics?
Limited published toxicological data. For CPSR, supplier must provide acute oral/dermal toxicity, skin/eye irritation testing (OECD 404/405 or in vitro equivalents), mutagenicity (Ames), and use-level data. Confirm ocular irritation testing for leave-on vs. rinse-off distinction. The EU classifies Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide allowed in the EU?
Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide do in cosmetics?
Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide functions as: Surfactant – cleansing, surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (CosIng-listed).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydroxypropyl N-Methyllauramide?
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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