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METHYLGLUCAMINE

CAS 6284-40-8
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

Meglumine — a sugar-derived basic amine. Used as a pH adjuster and to form salts of weak acids. Long pharmaceutical safety record (used in MRI contrast agents).

Skin benefits

  • Mild buffering and pH-adjusting amine
  • Used in pharmaceutical contrast agents
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Alkaline in high concentration
  • Limited cosmetic-specific review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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