Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-[bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol
What does it do?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Buffering
stabilises the pH of a product
EU regulatory status
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-[bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol
Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine do in cosmetic products?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tromethamine is 6976-37-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010