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Is Methyl Diethanolamine vegan?

Methyl Diethanolamine

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Methyl diethanolamine (MDEA) is a synthetic tertiary amine compound used as a pH adjuster, buffering agent and emulsifier in cosmetics, and industrially as a sweetening agent for natural gas.

Also known as MDEA, N-Methyldiethanolamine
INCI name Methyl Diethanolamine
CAS number 105-59-9
EC number 203-312-7
CosIng ID 88437
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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