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Cosmetics Ingredients

AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL

CAS Number 124-68-5
Chem/IUPAC Name: 2-amino-2-methylpropanol
EINECS/ELINCS No: 204-709-8
COSING REF No: 74367
AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL
Aminomethyl Propanol is primarily used as a pH adjuster and a preservative in cosmetic and personal care products. It appears as a colorless liquid that is volatile in nature and soluble in water. This ingredient can also be used to reduce the tackiness of the formulations and make them more stable. Aminomethyl Propanol is further beneficial in improving the shelf life of the products. The chemical formula of Aminomethyl Propanol is C3H9NO.

What is AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL used for?

Aminomethyl Propanol is a very effective ingredient that has many uses in the cosmetic and personal care industry. It can be found in products such as cleansers, shampoos, hair care products, and sunscreens.
  • Skin care: It is primarily used for adjusting the pH of a formulation. In skin care products, it also helps with providing moisturization properties and reducing the size of the pores on the surface
  • Hair care: It can also be used in hair care products to make the formulations more stable and preserve them to increase the shelf life of the products. This ingredient can also have some conditioning effects on the shafts
  • Cosmetics products: It is used to reduce the tackiness of the products. It also helps the other ingredients in a formulation to mix well together and reduces the surface tension between them

Origin

Aminomethyl Propanol is made by the reaction of propanol with formaldehyde and ammonia. It is a volatile liquid that is colorless and has a sharp pungent odor.

What does AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL do in a formulation?

  • Buffering
  • Preservative

Safety profile

Aminomethyl Propanol is safe for use on skin and hair when used within the recommended use concentrations. Any higher than 5% can cause side effects such as skin irritation, itching, and redness. Although, Aminomethyl Propanol works well for all skin types, a patch test is recommended. Lastly, Aminomethyl Propanol is also vegan and halal certified.

AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL Alternatives

Technical profile

Property Values
Boiling Point 162°C
Melting Point -5 to 0°C
pH 9.5-10.5
Solubility Soluble in water
3

Commercial Selection : Grades containing solely AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL

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