aToxiq rating: Avoid — Flagged Avoid
Ingredient science card

Triethanolamine (TEA)

Concern
Emulsifier & pH Adjuster / Nitrosamine Contamination
Category
Skincare & Personal Care
CAS
102-71-6
Also listed as
TEA, 2,2',2''-NITRILOTRIETHANOL, triethanolamine
Impact

Neuro-Health & Life Force

Neuro-Health

Reacts with nitrates in formulations to form carcinogenic nitrosamines; causes immune toxicological responses and systemic skin toxicity.

“Life Force”

No whole-body findings recorded.

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