Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk — must never combine with nitrosating agents; free DEA must be controlled; EU restricts secondary amines to 0.5%; CIR requires formulation to be non-irritating; monitor for NDELA contamination
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lecithinamide DEA safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk — must never combine with nitrosating agents; free DEA must be controlled; EU restricts secondary amines to 0.5%; CIR requires formulation to be non-irritating; monitor for NDELA contamination The EU classifies Lecithinamide DEA as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lecithinamide DEA allowed in the EU?
Lecithinamide DEA EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lecithinamide DEA do in cosmetics?
Lecithinamide DEA functions as: Surfactant, foam booster, viscosity controlling (lecithins reacted with diethanolamine). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91053-51-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lecithinamide 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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