Lauroamphodipropionic Acid

INCI: LAUROAMPHODIPROPIONIC ACID

CAS Number
Requires confirmation (amphoteric surfactant; not uniquely listed in major registries)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing agent, hair/skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted - not restricted under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited standalone safety data; structurally related to well-assessed amphodiacetate and amphoacetate surfactants. Potential for nitrosamine trace impurities from tertiary amine group warrants monitoring.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lauroamphodipropionic Acid safe in cosmetics?

Limited standalone safety data; structurally related to well-assessed amphodiacetate and amphoacetate surfactants. Potential for nitrosamine trace impurities from tertiary amine group warrants monitoring. The EU classifies Lauroamphodipropionic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Lauroamphodipropionic Acid allowed in the EU?

Lauroamphodipropionic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lauroamphodipropionic Acid do in cosmetics?

Lauroamphodipropionic Acid functions as: Surfactant – cleansing agent, hair/skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Requires confirmation (amphoteric surfactant; not uniquely listed in major registries).

What is the Margin of Safety for Lauroamphodipropionic Acid?

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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