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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
If used as a preservative in EU, must be listed in Annex V or justified under non-preservative antimicrobial claim. Structural read-across from LAE (CAS 60372-77-2) is plausible but requires formal toxicological justification. Cationic surfactant with potential irritant effects at higher concentrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyl Lauroyl Argininamide HCl safe in cosmetics?
If used as a preservative in EU, must be listed in Annex V or justified under non-preservative antimicrobial claim. Structural read-across from LAE (CAS 60372-77-2) is plausible but requires formal toxicological justification. Cationic surfactant with potential irritant effects at higher concentrations. The EU classifies Hexyl Lauroyl Argininamide HCl as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hexyl Lauroyl Argininamide HCl allowed in the EU?
Hexyl Lauroyl Argininamide HCl EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyl Lauroyl Argininamide HCl do in cosmetics?
Hexyl Lauroyl Argininamide HCl functions as: Antimicrobial / preservative (structural analog of LAE). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed — distinct from ethyl lauroyl arginate HCl (CAS 60372-77-2).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyl Lauroyl Argininamide HCl?
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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