Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns at cosmetic-use concentrations; based on N-methyl-D-glucamine (NMDG, 1-deoxy-1-methylamino sorbitol). Hydrochloride salt form of methylglucamine; amines class - organic compound with central nitrogen atom bearing alkyl groups; improved water solubility compared to free base form
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylglucamine HCl safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns at cosmetic-use concentrations; based on N-methyl-D-glucamine (NMDG, 1-deoxy-1-methylamino sorbitol). Hydrochloride salt form of methylglucamine; amines class - organic compound with central nitrogen atom bearing alkyl groups; improved water solubility compared to free base form The EU classifies Methylglucamine HCl as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methylglucamine HCl allowed in the EU?
Methylglucamine HCl EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylglucamine HCl do in cosmetics?
Methylglucamine HCl functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not independently assigned in major databases - hydrochloride salt of methylglucamine (parent CAS 6284-40-8).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylglucamine HCl?
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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