Considerations

• Contamination Concerns Coco betaine may have undisclosed preservatives such as benzisothiazolinone. This may cause allergic reactions. • Contamination Concerns Coco betaine may also be contaminated with trace amounts of dichloroacetic acid, a suspected carcinogen. • Quaternary Ammonium Compound Coco betaine is considered a quaternary ammonium compound, a class of chemicals linked to mitochondrial damage and endocrine disruption. There is limited reproductive toxicity data available for coco betaine. It has not been tested for estrogenic activity. • Nitrosamine Contamination Coco betaine may contain free amines up to .5% concentration. In the presence of certain chemicals and condition, this may form carcinogenic nitrosamines. • Skin Irritation Coco betaine can be a skin allergen or irritant in some individuals.