Is Avocadamide DEA safe in cosmetics?
Avocadamide DEA has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Avocadamide DEA
INCI: AVOCADAMIDE DEA
Avocadamide DEA (CAS 124046-21-5) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Non-ionic surfactant; foam boosting; viscosity controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 0.5%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Non-ionic surfactant; foam boosting; viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
0.5%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed with caution - not prohibited, but the FDA has issued guidance on nitrosamine contamination in cosmetics containing DEA; industry is expected to ensure final products are free from nitrosamines
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Avocadamide DEA.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Avocadamide DEA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Avocadamide DEA allowed in the EU?
Avocadamide DEA EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Avocadamide DEA do in cosmetics?
Avocadamide DEA functions as: Non-ionic surfactant; foam boosting; viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 124046-21-5.
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