Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Secondary/tertiary amine with potential for nitrosamine formation in presence of nitrosating agents. Must comply with EU guidance on nitrosamine contamination (max 50 µg/kg) and ensure raw material is free of nitrosamine precursors. Limited published toxicology data; supplier safety dossier required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dicocamine safe in cosmetics?
Secondary/tertiary amine with potential for nitrosamine formation in presence of nitrosating agents. Must comply with EU guidance on nitrosamine contamination (max 50 µg/kg) and ensure raw material is free of nitrosamine precursors. Limited published toxicology data; supplier safety dossier required. The EU classifies Dicocamine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dicocamine allowed in the EU?
Dicocamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dicocamine do in cosmetics?
Dicocamine functions as: Surfactant, emulsifier, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61789-76-2 (verify against supplier CoA).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dicocamine?
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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