TEA-Stearate

TEA-Stearate

AKA “4568-28-9, DTXSID9026219, DTXCID906219, RefChem:933383, octadecanoic acid, compd. with 2, 2', 2''-nitrilotris(ethanol)(1:1), 934-760-8, Triethanolamine stearate, octadecanoate;tris(2-hydroxyethyl)azanium, CCRIS 6278”

Surfactant

Ingredient Facts

TEA-Stearate

AKA: 4568-28-9, DTXSID9026219, DTXCID906219, RefChem:933383, Octadecanoic acid, Compd. with 2, 2', 2''-nitrilotris(ethanol)(1:1), 934-760-8, Triethanolamine stearate, Octadecanoate;tris(2-hydroxyethyl)azanium, CCRIS 6278

Surfactant · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Not Clean

Stearic acid, compound with 2,2',2''-nitrilotriethanol (1:1)

Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)

Formula

C24H51NO5

Mol. Weight

433.70

CAS #

4568-28-9

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Surfactant Cleansing

Surfactant Emulsifying

Traditional Use

A synthetic emulsifier developed by combining triethanolamine with stearic acid (derived from animal and plant fats) in the mid-20th century. Used widely in cosmetics and personal care products.