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Amino acid surfactant (amphoteric)

C12-14 HYDROXYALKYL HYDROXYETHYL BETA-ALANINE

CAS 70521-70-9 / 70521-71-0
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A mild amphoteric surfactant based on beta-alanine amino acid chemistry, used as a gentle cleanser. Good biocompatibility and biodegradability with a generally favorable safety profile.

Skin benefits

  • Mild amino acid based surfactant suitable for sensitive skin
  • Good foaming and cleansing with low irritation
  • Biodegradable amphoteric structure

Known concerns

  • Limited published toxicology data on this specific structure
  • Potential mild eye irritation at high concentrations
  • Variability in alkyl distribution may affect performance

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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