Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide

INCI: HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL AMINE OXIDE

CAS Number
Not confirmed in search — verify via CosIng or PCPC INCI dictionary
Function
Surfactant, foam booster, antistatic
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Potential dimethylamine impurity (nitrosamine precursor) requires nitrosamine-free certification per SCCS guidance; irritation potential in leave-on products at >1%; limited published safety data warrants independent toxicological assessment.

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide safe in cosmetics?

Potential dimethylamine impurity (nitrosamine precursor) requires nitrosamine-free certification per SCCS guidance; irritation potential in leave-on products at >1%; limited published safety data warrants independent toxicological assessment. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide allowed in the EU?

Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide functions as: Surfactant, foam booster, antistatic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed in search — verify via CosIng or PCPC INCI dictionary.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Amine Oxide?

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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