Nitrosaminen
Nitrosamines are a class of organic compounds containing a nitroso group bonded to an amine. They form when nitrosating agents, such as nitrous acid generated from nitrites, react with secondary amines. This chemical process can occur in industrial settings as well as in everyday life, sometimes under heat or acidic conditions.
Formation and occurrence: Nitrosamines can be produced intentionally in chemical manufacturing as intermediates for pesticides, rubber
Toxicology and health effects: Many nitrosamines are potent carcinogens in laboratory animals, and several are suspected
Regulation, risk management, and analysis: Regulatory agencies set limits or guidelines for nitrosamines in drinking water,