Search open TRIS AMINO™ ULTRA PC Multifunctional Amino Alcohol Chemical Name: Tromethamine (2-amino-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol) INCI Name: Tromethamine CAS No.: 77-86-1 EINECS No.: 201-064-4 TRIS AMINO™ ULTRA PC amino alcohol is a multifunctional additive for personal care applications. It is used as a neutralizer, buffer and stabilizer and provides rapid, effective and efficient neutralization. Compared to TEA and inorganic neutralizers, skin care products formulated with TRIS AMINO ULTRA PC featured demonstrable improvements in stability, emulsion quality and formulation aesthetics. Uses and Applications With its primary amine functionality, water-solubility and mildness, TRIS AMINO ULTRA PC is ideal for use as a buffer, solubilizer or neutralizer in: Anti-Perspirants and Deodorants Facial Cleansers Facial Skin Care Foundations and Liquid Makeup Hand and Body Care Personal Cleansers Primers, and BB and CC Creams Shaving Preparations Sun Care Typical Properties* Form White Crystalline Solid Purity (wt%, min) 9 Secondary amines (wt%) <0.5 Nitrosamine content (ppb) <50 Molecular weight (g) 121 Amine value (mg KOH/g) 464 Water (wt%) 0.2 % max. Color (APHA) 20 max. (20% aq. soln) pKa @ 20°C 8.03 Solubility in water (20°C) Soluble *Values shown are typical properties and are not to be considered product specifications. Test methods available upon request. Product Benefits Rapid, efficient neutralization Low odor, low color, non-yellowing in formulation Gentle and non-irritating in use; suitable for hypoallergenic products and products for use on sensitive skin Reduced emulsion particle size; improved emulsion stability Improved cleaning performance in soap-based systems Enhanced mildness in cleansing applications Primary amine with fully substituted α-carbon; no abstractable hydrogen Broad compatibility with commonly used personal care ingredients Aids in fragrance release Provides scavenging of malodors Exceptional formulating latitude Compliance and Regulatory Status All ANGUS ULTRA PC grades are compliant with the industry’s most stringent standards and regulations worldwide, including: U.S. Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act European Union Regulation No. 1223/2009 Japan Standards for Cosmetics (and amendments) ASEAN 2008 Cosmetic Directive (annex updated March 2013) China Food and Drug Administration “Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics” Brazil ANVISA Mercosur Resolution on Personal Hygiene Products and Cosmetics Mexico: not included in the List of Prohibited and Restricted Substances in Perfumes and Cosmetics TRIS AMINO™ ULTRA PC Multifunctional Amino Alcohol Downloads Literature: ULTRA PC™ Amino Alcohols – Brochure Literature: ULTRA PC™ Amino Alcohols – Formulating Fact Sheet For full access to safety data sheets (SDS), technical data sheets (TDS), starting-point formulations and more, visit our Protected Document Library (login required). Need a sample? Questions? Contact us. Fill out this form to contact our customer care team. Are you* A customer? Looking for a career opportunity? A representative from the media? Contact us About ANGUS About Us Sustainability News & Events Resources Contact Us Terms of Use Terms and Conditions of Sale Privacy Data Protection Manage Cookies Markets Life Sciences Beauty and Personal Care Paints and Coatings Metalworking Fluids Electronics Chemicals Household and Industrial Cleaning Chemical Manufacturing and Synthesis Water Treatment Synthetic Rubber Oil and Gas Liquid Hardeners Leather Tanning FOLLOW US Copyright © 2021 ANGUS Chemical Company – All Rights Reserved ANGUS Chemical Company respects the privacy of your data We use cookies to give you the best browsing experience on our website. By clicking the button, you agree to receive and store cookies on our site. You can allow, block or delete cookies installed on your computer by configuring your browser options installed on your computer. Please see our Data Protection Statement for more information. Cookie Settings ACCEPT