Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very limited published cosmetic safety data; not individually CIR-reviewed; read-across from glutamic acid and its esters advisable; generally anticipated low concern based on structure
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethyl Glutamic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Very limited published cosmetic safety data; not individually CIR-reviewed; read-across from glutamic acid and its esters advisable; generally anticipated low concern based on structure The EU classifies Dimethyl Glutamic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dimethyl Glutamic Acid allowed in the EU?
Dimethyl Glutamic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethyl Glutamic Acid do in cosmetics?
Dimethyl Glutamic Acid functions as: Antistatic agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6312-54-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethyl Glutamic Acid?
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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