Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate)
INCI: DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL TARTRATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Tartrate salt form is substantially milder than free base; must verify concentration ≤2.5% for EU compliance; evidence of skin-firming efficacy demonstrated in placebo-controlled trials.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate) safe in cosmetics?
Tartrate salt form is substantially milder than free base; must verify concentration ≤2.5% for EU compliance; evidence of skin-firming efficacy demonstrated in placebo-controlled trials. The EU classifies Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate) allowed in the EU?
Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate) EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate) do in cosmetics?
Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate) functions as: Skin firming agent, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 29870-28-8 (tartrate salt); bitartrate form: 5988-51-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate (DMAE Tartrate)?
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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