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TETRAHYDROXYETHYL ETHYLENEDIAMINE

CAS 140-07-8
38

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A tetra-substituted ethylenediamine with a severe hazard profile including acute oral toxicity, skin irritation, and serious eye damage.

Tetrahydroxyethyl ethylenediamine (THEED) functions as a chelating agent and pH adjuster in cosmetic formulations. It carries multiple EU GHS hazard classifications: H302 (acute oral toxicity), H315 (skin irritation), and H318 (serious eye damage), with the signal word 'Danger'. The multiple hydroxyl groups increase water solubility and potential for skin penetration, raising toxicological concerns. It is not specifically listed in EU Annex II or III, but general product safety requirements under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 apply.

Skin benefits

  • Functions as a chelating agent and pH adjuster in cosmetic formulations

Known concerns

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage
  • EU signal word 'Danger' required

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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