DEA
Diethanolamine
DEA as a free ingredient is prohibited. The restriction applies to derivatives that may contain DEA as an impurity. Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist, compiled from docs/cosmetic-ingredient-database.json. Verify against the live canada.ca Hotlist before relying on it.
Last reviewed April 27, 2026 · Always verify against the current Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist before use.
Health Canada Hotlist — Restricted
Diethanolamine itself is prohibited as an ingredient; DEA-functionalized derivatives (cocamide DEA, lauramide DEA, etc.) are restricted to conditions that do not form nitrosamines and must not be combined with nitrosating agents.
Product type restriction: Both types
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