Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual free DEA must be controlled to <0.5%. Nitrosamine testing mandatory per EU Annex III. Requires batch-to-batch free DEA level verification and nitrosamine-free certification for EU compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diethanolaminooleamide DEA safe in cosmetics?
Residual free DEA must be controlled to <0.5%. Nitrosamine testing mandatory per EU Annex III. Requires batch-to-batch free DEA level verification and nitrosamine-free certification for EU compliance. The EU classifies Diethanolaminooleamide DEA as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Diethanolaminooleamide DEA allowed in the EU?
Diethanolaminooleamide DEA EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diethanolaminooleamide DEA do in cosmetics?
Diethanolaminooleamide DEA functions as: Surfactant; foam booster; viscosity increasing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-83-4 (verify against supplier CoA).
What is the Margin of Safety for Diethanolaminooleamide DEA?
adequate 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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