Undecylenamide MEA

INCI: UNDECYLENAMIDE MEA

CAS Number
20545-92-0
Function
Antimicrobial, antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant (cleansing/foam boosting), viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; listed via CIR review; permitted under FDA's general cosmetics framework

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

MEA (monoethanolamine) moiety — monitor for nitrosamine contamination if stored with nitrosating agents; ensure raw material purity

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Undecylenamide MEA safe in cosmetics?

MEA (monoethanolamine) moiety — monitor for nitrosamine contamination if stored with nitrosating agents; ensure raw material purity The EU classifies Undecylenamide MEA as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Undecylenamide MEA allowed in the EU?

Undecylenamide MEA EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Undecylenamide MEA do in cosmetics?

Undecylenamide MEA functions as: Antimicrobial, antistatic, hair conditioning, surfactant (cleansing/foam boosting), viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20545-92-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Undecylenamide MEA?

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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