Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine
INCI: SHEABUTTERAMIDOPROPYL DIMETHYLAMINE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual DMAPA is the primary concern — batch testing for free DMAPA essential; must be used at acidic pH to protonate the amine for optimal function and reduced irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine safe in cosmetics?
Residual DMAPA is the primary concern — batch testing for free DMAPA essential; must be used at acidic pH to protonate the amine for optimal function and reduced irritation The EU classifies Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine allowed in the EU?
Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine do in cosmetics?
Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine functions as: Hair conditioning, anti-static, secondary emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned; structurally analogous to Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine (CAS 7651-02-7) but with mixed shea butter fatty acid chains.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sheabutteramidopropyl Dimethylamine?
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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