Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
N-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) formation risk; contains 2–6% free amines (as DEA) and 9–12% free fatty acids; NTP found DEA-cancer link in lab animals; must not co-formulate with nitrosating agents
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearamide DEA safe in cosmetics?
N-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA) formation risk; contains 2–6% free amines (as DEA) and 9–12% free fatty acids; NTP found DEA-cancer link in lab animals; must not co-formulate with nitrosating agents The EU classifies Stearamide DEA as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Stearamide DEA allowed in the EU?
Stearamide DEA EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearamide DEA do in cosmetics?
Stearamide DEA functions as: Antistatic, foam boosting, viscosity controlling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93-82-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearamide 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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