Amended Final Safety Assessment: Diethanolamides as Used in Cosmetics

What was studied

Panel concluded safe under described use when non-irritating, free DEA limited to levels considered safe for DEA, and N-nitroso compound formation prevented. Group assessment and dated use concentrations. Nitrosamine and free-DEA conditions are essential. No consumer benefit or occupational safety guarantee.

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