Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Bis-hydroxyethyl tromethamine is a buffering and pH adjustment agent permitted for cosmetic use with a good safety profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine safe in cosmetics?
Bis-hydroxyethyl tromethamine is a buffering and pH adjustment agent permitted for cosmetic use with a good safety profile. The EU classifies Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine allowed in the EU?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine do in cosmetics?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine functions as: Buffering, pH adjustment (tromethamine/TRIS derivative). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly identified in available databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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