Oatamidopropyl Betaine
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Propanaminium, 3-(oat-acyl)amino-N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-, inner salt,
What does it do?
Oatamidopropyl Betaine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Oatamidopropyl 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 Oatamidopropyl Betaine?
Oatamidopropyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanaminium, 3-(oat-acyl)amino-N-carboxymethyl-N,N-dimethyl-, inner salt,
Is Oatamidopropyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oatamidopropyl Betaine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oatamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetic products?
Oatamidopropyl Betaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
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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