Triethanolamine (TEA).
Also known as: TEA, trolamine, 2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol, trihydroxytriethylamine
An organic compound used as a pH adjuster, emulsifier, and surfactant in cosmetics.
Global status.
How triethanolamine (tea) is regulated in cosmetics around the world.
80% of countries with data ban or restrict this ingredient
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Max 2.5% (Annex III); must not be used with nitrosating agents.
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Max 2.5% with restrictions on nitrosating agents.
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Must not be used with nitrosating agents per Hotlist.
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Permitted with limits; restrictions on nitrosamine formation.
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Permitted at limited concentrations; must not form nitrosamines.
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Max 2.5%; must not be used with nitrosating systems.
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Max 2.5% per ANVISA with nitrosamine restrictions.
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Max 2.5% with nitrosamine restrictions, aligned with EU.
The reason brands include it.
Adjusts and stabilizes pH in cosmetic formulations. Also acts as an emulsifier that helps blend oil and water phases.
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Triethanolamine (TEA) in product types.
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Common alternatives.
What Numbrrrz uses
Numbrrrz does not use triethanolamine (tea). Every tube is organic coconut oil, organic beeswax, organic jojoba oil and vitamin E, plus organic essential oils or flavoring in the scented versions.