Is Wheat Germamide DEA safe in cosmetics?
Wheat Germamide DEA has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Wheat Germamide DEA
INCI: WHEAT GERMAMIDE DEA
Wheat Germamide DEA (CAS Not specifically assigned (diethanolamide of wheat germ fatty acids)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant – Foam Booster, Viscosity Increasing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 0.5%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (diethanolamide of wheat germ fatty acids)
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Function
Surfactant – Foam Booster, Viscosity Increasing
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
0.5%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted; CIR reviewed (Diethanolamides group, 2011) – safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating and free DEA does not exceed safe levels; must not form N-nitroso compounds
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Wheat Germamide DEA.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Wheat Germamide DEA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wheat Germamide DEA allowed in the EU?
Wheat Germamide DEA EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Wheat Germamide DEA do in cosmetics?
Wheat Germamide DEA functions as: Surfactant – Foam Booster, Viscosity Increasing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (diethanolamide of wheat germ fatty acids).
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