Milkamidopropyl Betaine

INCI: MILKAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (structural analogue of cocamidopropyl betaine, CAS 61789-40-0, derived from milk fatty acids)
Function
Surfactant — cleansing, foam boosting, skin conditioning, viscosity control
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no CFR restrictions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Milkamidopropyl betaine is a permitted milk-derived surfactant with good safety profile, low absorption, and moderate sensitization potential.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Milkamidopropyl Betaine safe in cosmetics?

Milkamidopropyl betaine is a permitted milk-derived surfactant with good safety profile, low absorption, and moderate sensitization potential. The EU classifies Milkamidopropyl Betaine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Milkamidopropyl Betaine allowed in the EU?

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

What does Milkamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetics?

Milkamidopropyl Betaine functions as: Surfactant — cleansing, foam boosting, skin conditioning, viscosity control. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (structural analogue of cocamidopropyl betaine, CAS 61789-40-0, derived from milk fatty acids).

What is the Margin of Safety for Milkamidopropyl Betaine?

adequate 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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