Allowed in EU

Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate

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

What is it?

Ethanol, 2,2',2'-nitrilotris-, compd. with N-methyl-N-(1-oxododecyl)-\b-alanine (1:1)

What does it do?

Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - cleansing

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

EU regulatory status

Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate 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 Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate?

Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethanol, 2,2',2'-nitrilotris-, compd. with N-methyl-N-(1-oxododecyl)-\b-alanine (1:1)

Is Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate do in cosmetic products?

Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tea-Lauroyl Methyl Beta-Alaninate is 89353-55-9.

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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: 25/11/2014