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Is Ethanolamine vegetarian?

Ethanolamine

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Ethanolamine is a naturally occurring organic compound with the formula H2NCH2CH2OH, containing both a primary amine and a primary alcohol. It is produced industrially by chemical synthesis and used in cosmetics as a pH adjuster and emulsifier.

Also known as 2-Aminoethanol, Monoethanolamine
INCI name Ethanolamine
CAS number 141-43-5
EC number 205-483-3
CosIng ID 33796
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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