Is Triethanolamine Sesquistearate safe in cosmetics?
Triethanolamine Sesquistearate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Triethanolamine Sesquistearate
INCI: TRIETHANOLAMINE SESQUISTEARATE
Triethanolamine Sesquistearate (CAS 68440-55-3 (mixture)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emulsifying Agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Emulsifying Agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR-reviewed (under TEA-containing ingredients) — safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating and not used in products where N-nitroso compounds can form
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Triethanolamine Sesquistearate.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Triethanolamine Sesquistearate allowed in the EU?
Triethanolamine Sesquistearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Triethanolamine Sesquistearate do in cosmetics?
Triethanolamine Sesquistearate functions as: Emulsifying Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68440-55-3 (mixture).
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