Description

Tromethamine HCl is a chemical compound, amino aliphatic alcohol.

Significant substances present or used in the production method:
tris(hydroxymethyl) nitromethane, formaldehyde.

Safety
Formaldehyde is reduced with a catalyst and hydrogenation.

What it is used for and where
Cosmetics
Antimicrobial agent. This ingredient is able to suppress or inhibit the growth and replication of a broad spectrum of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses by making the stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal.
Synonyms: EC number 214-684-5

CAS: 1185-53-1