Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Stearamine. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 150 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 15 mg/kg bw/day | oral | dog | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 25 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
| dose_tested | 25 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Chronic | COSMOS_DB |
GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Expert Verdict
Primary amine — can form nitrosamines in the presence of nitrosating agents. Must comply with EU Regulation on secondary amine/nitrosamine content. Alkaline pH profile may cause irritation. More irritating than its oxide or quaternized forms. GHS classifications: corrosive to skin, serious eye damage, aquatic toxicity
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearamine safe in cosmetics?
Primary amine — can form nitrosamines in the presence of nitrosating agents. Must comply with EU Regulation on secondary amine/nitrosamine content. Alkaline pH profile may cause irritation. More irritating than its oxide or quaternized forms. GHS classifications: corrosive to skin, serious eye damage, aquatic toxicity The EU classifies Stearamine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Stearamine allowed in the EU?
Stearamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearamine do in cosmetics?
Stearamine functions as: Antistatic agent, emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 124-30-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearamine?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Stearamine?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Stearamine is 150 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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