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DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL TARTRATE

CAS 29870-28-8; 5988-51-2
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A DMAE salt used in anti-aging cosmetics with mild skin and eye irritation potential.

Dimethylaminoethanol Tartrate is the tartrate salt of DMAE (deanol), an analog of choline used in anti-wrinkle and firming cosmetic formulations. The hazard profile includes H315 (causes skin irritation), H319 (causes serious eye irritation), and H335 (may cause respiratory irritation), indicating moderate concern for cosmetic use.

Known concerns

  • Skin irritation (H315)
  • Eye irritation (H319)
  • Respiratory irritation (H335)
  • Limited long-term safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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