Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited publicly available safety/toxicology data; as a polyamine derivative, potential irritation at high concentrations should be evaluated. Derived from spermidine, a naturally occurring polyamine; a patent describes N-methylspermidine as an active ingredient for combating alopecia (hair loss)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylspermidine safe in cosmetics?
Limited publicly available safety/toxicology data; as a polyamine derivative, potential irritation at high concentrations should be evaluated. Derived from spermidine, a naturally occurring polyamine; a patent describes N-methylspermidine as an active ingredient for combating alopecia (hair loss) The EU classifies Methylspermidine as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methylspermidine allowed in the EU?
Methylspermidine EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylspermidine do in cosmetics?
Methylspermidine functions as: Hair conditioning - leaves hair easy to comb, supple, soft, shiny, and/or imparts volume. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in publicly accessible CosIng records; the related compound 1-methylspermidine is referenced in PubChem.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylspermidine?
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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