Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
N-Nitrosamine formation risk when co-formulated with nitrosating agents; skin and eye irritation possible; restricted to rinse-off applications per CIR recommendation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethanolamine HCl safe in cosmetics?
N-Nitrosamine formation risk when co-formulated with nitrosating agents; skin and eye irritation possible; restricted to rinse-off applications per CIR recommendation The EU classifies Ethanolamine HCl as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ethanolamine HCl allowed in the EU?
Ethanolamine HCl EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethanolamine HCl do in cosmetics?
Ethanolamine HCl functions as: pH adjuster / buffering agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2002-24-6 [^1_1].
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethanolamine HCl?
adequate 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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