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Triethanolamine

Generic Name
Triethanolamine
Brand Names
Tru-micin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C6H15NO3
CAS Number
102-71-6
Unique Ingredient Identifier
9O3K93S3TK

Overview

Trolamine, which is also referred to as triethanolamine (TEA), is a tertiary amine and a triol. It is a bifunctional compound that exhibits both properties of alcohols and amines. Trolamine contains small amounts of diethanolamine and ethanolamine and may also act as an antioxidant against the auto-oxidation of animal and vegetable fats . It is commonly used as a pH adjuster and surfactant in industrial and cosmetic products such as skin and hair conditioning products.

Indication

Trolamine is used as an alkalizing agent, surfactant, and counter-ion in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations . It is not considered to be an active pharmacological ingredient and so has no official indication.

Associated Conditions

  • Pain

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TGA Drug Approvals

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PINETARSOL Solution Bottle
10624
Medicine
A
8/2/1991
PINETARSOL
10660
Medicine
A
8/2/1991

Health Canada Drug Approvals

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Company
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LECITHIN-ALOE MOISTURE CREAM
rachel perry inc.
02248247
Cream - Topical
0.8 %
N/A
CALENDA-CUCUMBER OIL-FREE MOISTURIZER
rachel perry inc.
02248241
Cream - Topical
0.6 %
N/A
BEE POLLEN-JOJOBA HIGH MOISTURE CREAM
rachel perry inc.
02248349
Cream - Topical
0.6 %
N/A

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