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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
MEA amides may form nitrosamines in the presence of nitrosating agents and must not be combined with nitrosamine-forming raw materials; IARC does not classify MEA as carcinogenic, but DEA analogs are Group 2B; nitrosamine contamination testing recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dodecenamide MEA safe in cosmetics?
MEA amides may form nitrosamines in the presence of nitrosating agents and must not be combined with nitrosamine-forming raw materials; IARC does not classify MEA as carcinogenic, but DEA analogs are Group 2B; nitrosamine contamination testing recommended. The EU classifies Dodecenamide MEA as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dodecenamide MEA allowed in the EU?
Dodecenamide MEA EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dodecenamide MEA do in cosmetics?
Dodecenamide MEA functions as: Surfactant — foam booster, viscosity controlling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (structurally related to Cocamide MEA, CAS 68140-00-1).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dodecenamide MEA?
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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