Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data

Dimethyl Isopropanolamine

INCI: DIMETHYL ISOPROPANOLAMINE

CAS Number
108-16-7
Function
Buffering agent, pH adjuster
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
EU Max Conc. 0.5%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” isopropanolamines group reviewed by CIR; safe at reported use concentrations

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Toxicological Studies

2 study endpoints found for Dimethyl Isopropanolamine. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 120 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
LOAEL 750 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH

Expert Verdict

Nitrosamine formation risk in presence of nitrite/nitrosating agents; must be stored in nitrite-free containers; limited use-concentration data specific to DMIPA versus di- and triisopropanolamine.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethyl Isopropanolamine safe in cosmetics?

Nitrosamine formation risk in presence of nitrite/nitrosating agents; must be stored in nitrite-free containers; limited use-concentration data specific to DMIPA versus di- and triisopropanolamine. The EU classifies Dimethyl Isopropanolamine as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Dimethyl Isopropanolamine allowed in the EU?

Dimethyl Isopropanolamine EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dimethyl Isopropanolamine do in cosmetics?

Dimethyl Isopropanolamine functions as: Buffering agent, pH adjuster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 108-16-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethyl Isopropanolamine?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Dimethyl Isopropanolamine?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Dimethyl Isopropanolamine is 120 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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