Is Lauric Arginate safe in cosmetics?
Lauric Arginate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Lauric Arginate
INCI: ETHYL LAUROYL ARGINATE HCL
Lauric Arginate (CAS 60372-77-2 (Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antimicrobial, Preservative, Surfactant/Cleansing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 0.4%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Antimicrobial, Preservative, Surfactant/Cleansing
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
0.4%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA GRAS for food use; permitted in cosmetics; no CIR final report yet
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Lauric Arginate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Lauric Arginate.
Regulatory Flags
preservative
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauric Arginate allowed in the EU?
Lauric Arginate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.4%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauric Arginate do in cosmetics?
Lauric Arginate functions as: Antimicrobial, Preservative, Surfactant/Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 60372-77-2 (Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate HCl).
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