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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Mild surfactant profile; well-tolerated on skin; no major safety red flags in published literature. Standard irritation testing recommended at use concentrations.. Amphiphilic amino acid derivative - N-(1-oxododecyl)-β-alanine; molecular formula C₁₅H₂₉NO₃; derived from beta-alanine acylated with lauric acid; mild cleansing with conditioning benefits; good foam properties; suitable for sensitive-skin formulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauroyl Beta-Alanine safe in cosmetics?
Mild surfactant profile; well-tolerated on skin; no major safety red flags in published literature. Standard irritation testing recommended at use concentrations.. Amphiphilic amino acid derivative - N-(1-oxododecyl)-β-alanine; molecular formula C₁₅H₂₉NO₃; derived from beta-alanine acylated with lauric acid; mild cleansing with conditioning benefits; good foam properties; suitable for sensitive-skin formulations. The EU classifies Lauroyl Beta-Alanine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lauroyl Beta-Alanine allowed in the EU?
Lauroyl Beta-Alanine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauroyl Beta-Alanine do in cosmetics?
Lauroyl Beta-Alanine functions as: Mild anionic surfactant, skin/hair conditioning agent, emollient component. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 21539-56-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lauroyl Beta-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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