TEA-PCA

CAS Number
55901-20-7
Function
Skin conditioning agent — humectant
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR reviewed — PCA and its salts concluded safe in present practices of use and concentration

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Must not be used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form (TEA component)

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TEA-PCA safe in cosmetics?

Must not be used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form (TEA component) The EU classifies TEA-PCA as "restricted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is TEA-PCA allowed in the EU?

TEA-PCA EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does TEA-PCA do in cosmetics?

TEA-PCA functions as: Skin conditioning agent — humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 55901-20-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-PCA?

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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