TRIS AMINO™ ULTRA PC Multifunctional Amino Alcohol

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 Advancion 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