Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
3 study endpoints found for TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate. 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 | >=2 other | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| LOAEL | 100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=2 other | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
HIGHEST nitrosamine risk in this group – sarcosine is itself a secondary amine (N-methylglycine); NDELA (N-nitrosodiethanolamine) formation must be actively monitored; requires rigorous nitrosamine testing; must not use with nitrosating agents
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate safe in cosmetics?
HIGHEST nitrosamine risk in this group – sarcosine is itself a secondary amine (N-methylglycine); NDELA (N-nitrosodiethanolamine) formation must be actively monitored; requires rigorous nitrosamine testing; must not use with nitrosating agents The EU classifies TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate allowed in the EU?
TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate do in cosmetics?
TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing, Foaming, Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68411-97-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate?
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.
What is the NOAEL for TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for TEA-Cocoyl Sarcosinate is >=2 other based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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