Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk; must not be used with nitrosating agents; higher irritation potential at concentrations above use levels due to cationic/surfactant nature
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethyl Lauramine safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk; must not be used with nitrosating agents; higher irritation potential at concentrations above use levels due to cationic/surfactant nature The EU classifies Dimethyl Lauramine as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimethyl Lauramine allowed in the EU?
Dimethyl Lauramine EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethyl Lauramine do in cosmetics?
Dimethyl Lauramine functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-18-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethyl Lauramine?
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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