Safety Notes
Excellent humectant; very low irritancy; suitable for sensitive skin and baby formulas
Function & Common Use
Function
Humectant / Skin conditioning / Antistatic
Category
Humectant
Common In
Moisturisers, cleansers, hair care
Origin
Plant (sugar beet) / Synthetic
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Betaine safe to use in skincare?
Betaine has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Excellent humectant; very low irritancy; suitable for sensitive skin and baby formulas
Is Betaine allowed in India?
Betaine is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Betaine used for in cosmetics?
Betaine functions as: Humectant / Skin conditioning / Antistatic. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers, cleansers, hair care.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Identifiers
CAS107-43-7
EC203-490-6
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