Sesamidopropylamine Oxide

INCI: SESAMIDOPROPYLAMINE OXIDE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned; amine oxide class
Function
Surfactant – foam boosting; surfactant – cleansing; hair conditioning; antistatic
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; amine oxides reviewed by CIR under broader surfactant assessments

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Monitor for residual free amine (amidopropyl dimethylamine) as potential sensitizer; ensure complete oxidation during manufacturing

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sesamidopropylamine Oxide safe in cosmetics?

Monitor for residual free amine (amidopropyl dimethylamine) as potential sensitizer; ensure complete oxidation during manufacturing The EU classifies Sesamidopropylamine Oxide as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sesamidopropylamine Oxide allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sesamidopropylamine Oxide do in cosmetics?

Sesamidopropylamine Oxide functions as: Surfactant – foam boosting; surfactant – cleansing; hair conditioning; antistatic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; amine oxide class.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sesamidopropylamine Oxide?

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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