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PALMITAMIDOPROPYLAMINE OXIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An amine oxide surfactant similar to other amidopropylamine oxides, providing cleansing and foam-boosting properties with a good safety profile.
Palmitamidopropylamine Oxide is structurally analogous to lauramidopropylamine oxide and myristamidopropylamine oxide, differing only in the chain length of the fatty acid moiety (C16 palmitic acid vs C12 lauric or C14 myristic). It is used as a nonionic/amphoteric surfactant in cosmetic formulations, valued for its mildness and foaming properties. It is not specifically restricted under EU Regulation 1223/2009, though its safety assessment is informed by the read-across from structurally similar amidopropylamine oxides that have been reviewed by the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS).
Skin benefits
- Provides cleansing and foaming in wash-off cosmetic products
- Functions as a viscosity and foam modifier in formulations
Known concerns
- Standard nitrosamine precursor monitoring applies
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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