Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Amino acid-derived surfactant with good skin compatibility and mildness; CIR assessment supports general class safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauroyl Alanine safe in cosmetics?
Amino acid-derived surfactant with good skin compatibility and mildness; CIR assessment supports general class safety. The EU classifies Lauroyl Alanine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lauroyl Alanine allowed in the EU?
Lauroyl Alanine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauroyl Alanine do in cosmetics?
Lauroyl Alanine functions as: Surfactant – cleansing agent, skin/hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 52558-74-4 (N-Lauroyl-L-Alanine).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lauroyl Alanine?
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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