Nitrosaminas

Nitrosamines are organic compounds which contain a nitroso group bonded to an amine. They make up an extensive group of carcinogenic compounds, which can be found in the human diet [1], or as a byproduct of some processes, such as disinfection[2].

[1] RICHARDSON, S., PLEWA, M., WAGNER, E., SCHOENY, R., & DEMARINI, D. (2007). Occurrence, genotoxicity, and carcinogenicity of regulated and emerging disinfection by-products in drinking water: A review and roadmap for research. Mutation Research/Reviews in Mutation Research, 636(1-3), 178-242.
[2] Tricker, A. R., & Preussmann, R. (1991). Carcinogenic N-nitrosamines in the diet: occurrence, formation, mechanisms and carcinogenic potential. Mutation Research/Genetic Toxicology, 259(3-4), 277–289.