Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine
INCI: HYDROXYLAURYL/HYDROXYMYRISTYL BETAINE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR conditional safety — formulation must be non-irritating; monitor for DMAPA (dimethylaminopropylamine) impurities from betaine synthesis, a known contact sensitizer; betaine class may contain cocamidopropyl betaine cross-contaminants
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine safe in cosmetics?
CIR conditional safety — formulation must be non-irritating; monitor for DMAPA (dimethylaminopropylamine) impurities from betaine synthesis, a known contact sensitizer; betaine class may contain cocamidopropyl betaine cross-contaminants The EU classifies Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine allowed in the EU?
Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine do in cosmetics?
Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine functions as: Amphoteric surfactant, hair/skin conditioning, antistatic, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually confirmed — falls under alkyl betaines group.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxylauryl/Hydroxymyristyl Betaine?
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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