WHEAT GERMAMIDE DEA

Surfactant

58

Moderate

CAS Number: 124046-39-5

About WHEAT GERMAMIDE DEA

A foam-boosting surfactant ingredient derived from wheat germ that may release trace DEA and carries a risk of nitrosamine formation under certain conditions.

Detailed Analysis

Wheat Germamide DEA is a mixture of diethanolamides of wheat germ acid, used as a surfactant and viscosity controller. It is subject to EU Annex III restriction III/60 under Regulation EC 1223/2009, which limits DEA-containing substances due to nitrosamine formation potential. DEA amides can react with nitrosating agents to form N-nitrosodiethanolamine (NDELA), a suspected carcinogen. Products containing this ingredient require specific warnings.

What It Does

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING SKIN CONDITIONING SURFACTANT - CLEANSING VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Enhances foaming properties in cleansing formulations
  • ✓ Contributes to viscosity control in cosmetic products

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ EU Annex III restricted (III/60) due to nitrosamine formation potential
  • ⚠ May contain trace DEA which can form nitrosamines
  • ⚠ Requires specific labeling for nitrosamine awareness
  • ⚠ Not recommended for use in nitrosating agent-containing products

Safety Score

58

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional for skin concerns or allergies.