Allowed in EU

Milkamidopropyl Betaine

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-milk-fat acyl derivatives, inner salts

What does it do?

Milkamidopropyl Betaine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Milkamidopropyl Betaine 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 Milkamidopropyl Betaine?

Milkamidopropyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-milk-fat acyl derivatives, inner salts

Is Milkamidopropyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Milkamidopropyl Betaine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Milkamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetic products?

Milkamidopropyl Betaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Milkamidopropyl Betaine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Milkamidopropyl Betaine is 188550-53-0.

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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