Is TEA-Carbomer safe in cosmetics?
TEA-Carbomer has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
TEA-Carbomer
INCI: TEA-CARBOMER
TEA-Carbomer (CAS Not individually assigned (neutralized carbomer with TEA)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Gel Former (gelling agent); Viscosity Controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not individually assigned (neutralized carbomer with TEA)
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Function
Gel Former (gelling agent); Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Carbomer is widely used and CIR-reviewed as safe; TEA neutralization subject to standard TEA limitations
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for TEA-Carbomer.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for TEA-Carbomer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-Carbomer allowed in the EU?
TEA-Carbomer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-Carbomer do in cosmetics?
TEA-Carbomer functions as: Gel Former (gelling agent); Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (neutralized carbomer with TEA).
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