Triethylhexyl Trimellitate

INCI: TRIETHYLHEXYL TRIMELLITATE (SYNONYM: TOTM โ€” TRIS(2-ETHYLHEXYL) TRIMELLITATE)

CAS Number
3319-31-1
Function
Skin conditioning agent (emollient), plasticizer (high-performance, low-volatility ester)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; FDA also allows in food-contact materials (indirect additive)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

None significant. Considered a safer alternative to phthalate plasticizers (DEHP replacement). Excellent stability, very low volatility. Used in high-end cosmetic formulations requiring non-migrating plasticizer properties

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Triethylhexyl Trimellitate safe in cosmetics?

None significant. Considered a safer alternative to phthalate plasticizers (DEHP replacement). Excellent stability, very low volatility. Used in high-end cosmetic formulations requiring non-migrating plasticizer properties The EU classifies Triethylhexyl Trimellitate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Triethylhexyl Trimellitate allowed in the EU?

Triethylhexyl Trimellitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Triethylhexyl Trimellitate do in cosmetics?

Triethylhexyl Trimellitate functions as: Skin conditioning agent (emollient), plasticizer (high-performance, low-volatility ester). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3319-31-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Triethylhexyl Trimellitate?

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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