Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Critical: Must not be used with nitrosating agents — nitrosamine formation risk; minimum purity requirements for TEA moiety; secondary amine content must be controlled; max 2.5% in EU [^1_13][^1_14]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sesquiethoxytriethanolamine safe in cosmetics?
Critical: Must not be used with nitrosating agents — nitrosamine formation risk; minimum purity requirements for TEA moiety; secondary amine content must be controlled; max 2.5% in EU [^1_13][^1_14] The EU classifies Sesquiethoxytriethanolamine as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sesquiethoxytriethanolamine allowed in the EU?
Sesquiethoxytriethanolamine EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sesquiethoxytriethanolamine do in cosmetics?
Sesquiethoxytriethanolamine functions as: Buffering [^1_12]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly listed in major databases [^1_12].
What is the Margin of Safety for Sesquiethoxytriethanolamine?
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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