Betaine Salicylate
INCI: BETAINE SALICYLATE
CAS 17671-53-3
Betaine Salycilate is the product formed by the reaction of Betaine with Salycilic Acid
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Betaine Salycilate is the product formed by the reaction of Betaine with Salycilic Acid
Purpose
Function
Antimicrobial agent, exfoliant/peeling agent
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Restricted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration2.0%
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
NOAEL150 mg/kg
ConcernModerate
Verdict
Must declare salicylic acid equivalent concentration for EU Annex III compliance. Not to be used in products for children under 3 years (EU restriction for SA). Typical use range 1–4% betaine salicylate ≈ 0.54–2.16% SA equivalent
US Note
Salicylic acid is an OTC monograph active (anti-acne 0.5–2%). In cosmetics the betaine salt form is permitted; however, if SA function is claimed, FDA OTC drug rules apply
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