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 [A27174]. It is commonly used as a pH adjuster and surfactant in industrial and cosmetic products such as skin and hair conditioning products.
Synonyms
tris(β-hydroxyethyl)amine
Trolamine
tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
triethanolamine
nitrilotriethanol
2,2',2''-nitrilotris(ethanol)
nitrilo-2,2',2''-triethanol
Brand Names
Protection Hp Hand Sanitizergel
Bee Pollen-jojoba High Moisture Cream
Calenda-cucumber Oil-free Moisturizer
Tru-micin
Sallys Box Friendly Black Head Three Step Sheet
SUNHEAL Milia Spot Treatment
RUNYI MIAOJIE Hand sanitizer
Lecithin-aloe Moisture Cream
Indication
Trolamine is used as an alkalizing agent, surfactant, and counter-ion in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations [A27174]. It is not considered to be an active pharmacological ingredient and so has no official indication.
