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pH Adjuster

MEA-BORATE

CAS 10377-81-8; 26038-87-9; 68130-12-1
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A monoethanolamine borate complex used as a buffer. Boron compounds release boric acid in water — EU classifies boric acid as a reproductive toxicant (Cat. 1B) and tightly restricts borates in cosmetics, especially for children.

Function

BUFFERING

Skin benefits

  • pH buffering action
  • Mild fungistatic effect

Known concerns

  • Borate releases boric acid in solution — EU classifies boric acid as Repr. 1B (CMR)
  • EU restricts boron compounds in cosmetics; banned in products for children under 3
  • Skin/eye irritant
  • Reproductive toxicity concern

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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