Is TEA-EDTA safe in cosmetics?
TEA-EDTA has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
TEA-EDTA
TEA-EDTA (CAS 60544-70-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Chelating agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Chelating agent
Safety Rating
GOOD
Chemistry & Identifiers
IUPAC Name
2-[2-[bis(carboxymethyl)amino]ethyl-(carboxymethyl)amino]acetic acid;2-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethanol
InChIKey
YXSJRZBKSLLIOM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted in cosmetics; CIR assessed as safe when formulated to be non-irritating
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for TEA-EDTA.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for TEA-EDTA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-EDTA allowed in the EU?
TEA-EDTA EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-EDTA do in cosmetics?
TEA-EDTA functions as: Chelating agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 60544-70-9.
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