Dipotassium Undecylenoyl Glutamate

INCI: DIPOTASSIUM UNDECYLENOYL GLUTAMATE

CAS Number
Not widely published separately; undecylenoyl glutamate salt
Function
Surfactant — cleansing agent; hair conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR reviewed amino acid alkyl amides as safe when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Undecylenic acid moiety has antifungal properties generally considered beneficial. Must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR conclusion. Safety is supported by read-across from the broader amino acid alkyl amide group.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dipotassium Undecylenoyl Glutamate safe in cosmetics?

Undecylenic acid moiety has antifungal properties generally considered beneficial. Must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR conclusion. Safety is supported by read-across from the broader amino acid alkyl amide group. The EU classifies Dipotassium Undecylenoyl Glutamate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dipotassium Undecylenoyl Glutamate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Dipotassium Undecylenoyl Glutamate do in cosmetics?

Dipotassium Undecylenoyl Glutamate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing agent; hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published separately; undecylenoyl glutamate salt.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dipotassium Undecylenoyl Glutamate?

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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