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Tipa

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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1,1′,1′′-Nitrilotri-2-propanol; 1,1′,1′′-Nitrilotripropan-2-ol; CAS number: 122-20-3; TIPOA; tris(2-hydroxypropyl)amine

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TIPA is the acronym for triisopropanolamine, a basic, water-soluble, alcoholic ammonium compound with the molecular formula: C9H21NO3 (see structural formula). TIPA is obtained by a reaction of ammonia with propylene oxide. TIPA is found as a reaction product in cosmetic formulations. Thus in:

  • TIPA-laureth sulfate (INCI)
  • TIPA-lauryl sulfate (INCI)
  • TIPA stearate (INCI)

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer