Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential formation of nitrosamines (potentially carcinogenic) from the reaction of secondary amino impurities with nitrosating agents; maximum nitrosamine trace levels are regulated under EU Annex III. Synthetic origin; monoethanolamine salt of undecylenic acid (10-undecenoic acid); dual-function ingredient combining preservation with cleansing
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MEA-Undecylenate safe in cosmetics?
Potential formation of nitrosamines (potentially carcinogenic) from the reaction of secondary amino impurities with nitrosating agents; maximum nitrosamine trace levels are regulated under EU Annex III. Synthetic origin; monoethanolamine salt of undecylenic acid (10-undecenoic acid); dual-function ingredient combining preservation with cleansing The EU classifies MEA-Undecylenate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is MEA-Undecylenate allowed in the EU?
MEA-Undecylenate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does MEA-Undecylenate do in cosmetics?
MEA-Undecylenate functions as: Preservative (protects cosmetic products from microbial spoilage); Surfactant - Cleansing (surface-active agent for cleaning skin, hair, and teeth). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56532-40-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for MEA-Undecylenate?
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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