Diethanolamine

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Where is Diethanolamine found?

Diethanolamine is found in shampoos, cosmetics, liquids, and soaps to create a creamy texture and foaming action.

How can you avoid contact with Diethanolamine?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2,2'-Dihydroxydiethylamine
• 2,2'-Iminobisethanol
• 2,2'-Iminodi-1-ethanol
• 2,2'-Iminodiethanol
• 2-(2-Hydroxyethylamino)ethanol
• 4-04-00-01514 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• AI3-15335
• BRN 0605315
• Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
• CCRIS 5906
• DEA
• Dabco DEOA-LF
• Di(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
• Di(beta-hydroxyethyl)amine
• Diaethanolamin
• Diaethanolamin [German]
• Diethanolamin
• Diethanolamin [Czech]
• Diethanolamine
• Diethylamine, 2,2'-dihydroxy-
• Diethylolamine
• Diolamine
• Diolamine (VAN)
• EINECS 203-868-0
• HSDB 924
• Iminodiethanol
• N,N'-Iminodiethanol
• N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
• N,N-Di(hydroxyethyl)amine
• N,N-Diethanolamine
• NCI-C55174
• NSC 4959
• Niax DEOA-LF

What are some products that may contain Diethanolamine?

A clinician's point of view.

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For additional information about products that might contain Diethanolamine, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.