Allowed in EU

Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine

A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

1,1',1'',1'''-Ethylenedinitrilotetrapropan-2-ol

What does it do?

Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

EU regulatory status

Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine 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 Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine?

Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,1',1'',1'''-Ethylenedinitrilotetrapropan-2-ol

Is Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine do in cosmetic products?

Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating.

What is the CAS number of Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine is 102-60-3.

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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