Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk; should not be co-formulated with nitrosating ingredients. DEA salt of linoleic acid (EC\# 261-676-2); provides emulsification and mild surfactancy from the unsaturated C18:2 fatty acid chain
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEA-Linoleate safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk; should not be co-formulated with nitrosating ingredients. DEA salt of linoleic acid (EC\# 261-676-2); provides emulsification and mild surfactancy from the unsaturated C18:2 fatty acid chain The EU classifies DEA-Linoleate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is DEA-Linoleate allowed in the EU?
DEA-Linoleate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DEA-Linoleate do in cosmetics?
DEA-Linoleate functions as: Emulsifying, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 59231-42-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for DEA-Linoleate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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