Dimethylglucamine

INCI: DIMETHYLGLUCAMINE

CAS Number
14027-92-2
Function
Buffering agent (pH adjuster)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No CIR or SCCS monograph found. Used at trace levels for pH adjustment with minimal systemic exposure expected. Secondary amine: nitrosamine formation must be controlled per SCCS guidelines for secondary and tertiary amine ingredients.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethylglucamine safe in cosmetics?

No CIR or SCCS monograph found. Used at trace levels for pH adjustment with minimal systemic exposure expected. Secondary amine: nitrosamine formation must be controlled per SCCS guidelines for secondary and tertiary amine ingredients. The EU classifies Dimethylglucamine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Dimethylglucamine allowed in the EU?

Dimethylglucamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dimethylglucamine do in cosmetics?

Dimethylglucamine functions as: Buffering agent (pH adjuster). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 14027-92-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethylglucamine?

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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