Diethyl Ethanolamine
A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethanol, 2-(diethylamino)
What does it do?
Diethyl Ethanolamine 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
Diethyl Ethanolamine 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 Diethyl Ethanolamine?
Diethyl Ethanolamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethanol, 2-(diethylamino)
Is Diethyl Ethanolamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diethyl Ethanolamine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diethyl Ethanolamine do in cosmetic products?
Diethyl Ethanolamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering.
What is the CAS number of Diethyl Ethanolamine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diethyl Ethanolamine is 100-37-8.
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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