Is Ethyl Ethanolamine safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl Ethanolamine has a safety rating of "POOR" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: restricted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Ethyl Ethanolamine
INCI: ETHYL ETHANOLAMINE
Ethyl Ethanolamine (CAS 110-73-6 [^1_16]) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as pH adjuster, buffering agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
pH adjuster, buffering agent
Safety Rating
POOR
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Permitted for rinse-off products only when formulated to be non-irritating. Should not be used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ethyl Ethanolamine.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ethyl Ethanolamine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Ethanolamine allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Ethanolamine EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Ethanolamine do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Ethanolamine functions as: pH adjuster, buffering agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 110-73-6 [^1_16].
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