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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
Background

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
Associated Therapies
Skin disinfection, Topical Analgesia
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