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pH Adjuster

TETRAHYDROXYPROPYL ETHYLENEDIAMINE

CAS 102-60-3 Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An amine-based pH adjuster used in self-tanners and creams. Reasonable in finished products but the raw material is irritating, and amine chemistry needs careful formulation.

Function

CHELATING

Skin benefits

  • Effective pH adjuster and chelating agent
  • Improves stability of self-tanners
  • Used at very low percentages

Known concerns

  • GHS irritant with H315/H319 hazards
  • Tertiary amine — weak nitrosamine concern if combined with nitrosating agents
  • Possible skin irritation in sensitive users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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