Allowed in EU

Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid

A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-.beta.-alanine

What does it do?

Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

EU regulatory status

Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid?

Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N,N-bis(carboxymethyl)-.beta.-alanine

Is Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid do in cosmetic products?

Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.

What is the CAS number of Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Beta-Alanine Diacetic Acid is 6245-75-6.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010