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DIETHYLENETRIAMINE.

Avoid CAS 111-40-0 / NOT REPORTED

Diethylenetriamine (DETA) is a strong base and highly corrosive chemical. It causes severe skin burns, eye damage, and disrupts the skin barrier.

Summary

Corrosive Irritant Sensitizer

Science

Mechanism of Action

DETA's corrosive nature stems from its strong basicity. Skin sensitization likely occurs via protein cross-linking through its bifunctional amine groups.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Diethylenetriamine is a weak base; its aqueous solution is alkaline and reacts strongly with acids, often exothermically.

Conflicts

  • Acids
  • Isocyanates
  • Halogenated organics
  • Peroxides
  • Phenols (acidic)
  • Epoxides
  • Anhydrides
  • Acid halides
  • Strong oxidizers
  • Organic nitro compounds
  • Cellulose nitrate
  • Silver, cobalt, or chromium compounds

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0%
Sensitization risk High

This chemical carries profound toxicity, categorized with Category 1 hazards. It is harmful if swallowed or applied to skin, causing severe burns, eye damage, and allergic reactions. The FDA recognizes it only as an industrial processing aid, not a cosmetic ingredient.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy High
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Diethylenetriamine is a highly corrosive and toxic chemical that causes severe skin damage and allergic reactions, and has no established safe use in skincare.

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