Betaine
INCI: BETAINE
CAS 107-43-7 EC 203-490-6
Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Methanaminium, 1-carboxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-, hydroxide, inner salt
Purpose
Function
Humectant, skin conditioning, anti-static, viscosity controller
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration8.7% (rinse-off)
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationnone
MoSadequate
NOAEL5771 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Flags
eu_children_restrictedepa_safer_alternativefda_food_additivejecfa_safe
Verdict
Well-tolerated even at high concentrations with no reproductive or mutagenic concerns; ensure absence of trimethylamine impurities to avoid odor issues.
US Note
Permitted; GRAS for food use (trimethylglycine)
Assessment
Ratings
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