N-Nitrosodiethanolamine

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Also known as:  NDELA

 

Description

N-Nitrosodiethanolamine is a type of Nitrosamine.

 

Toxic Effects of N-Nitrosodiethanolamine

Immune System

 N-Nitrosodiethanolamine is a potent carcinogen (it may cause some types of Cancer).

 

Sources of N-Nitrosodiethanolamine

Cosmeceuticals

 N-Nitrosodiethanolamine is often present in Shampoos.  It forms when Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (a common constituent of Shampoos) combines with Triethanolamine (also a common constituent of Shampoos).

 

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