CAS Number: 115-87-5
Chemical Formula: C₁₁H₁₅NO₄
Appearance: Colorless to slightly yellow transparent liquid or crystalline
powderPurity: ≥98%
Triethanolamine Salicylate is an organic salt formed from triethanolamine and salicylic acid, featuring good water solubility and skin permeability. It is widely used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries and is a common active ingredient in topical formulations for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and sunscreen purposes. This compound is highly stable and easy to use in formulations such as lotions, creams, and gels, effectively enhancing the skin absorption of salicylic acid-based ingredients.
Triethanolamine Salicylate
Triethanolamine Salicylate provides mild, low-irritation exfoliation.
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What is triethanolamine salicylate?
Triethanolamine salicylate is the salt formed from salicylic acid and triethanolamine. It is commonly used in topical cosmetic and personal care formulations as a skin-conditioning and soothing agent, particularly in products designed for comfort and mild exfoliating support.
Is triethanolamine salicylate the same as salicylic acid?
No, they are not the same. Triethanolamine salicylate is a salt of salicylic acid, which makes it milder and less irritating than free salicylic acid. This modified form is often preferred in formulations intended for sensitive or comfort-focused applications.
What is triethanolamine salicylate used for?
Triethanolamine salicylate is used in cosmetic and topical formulations to help provide soothing effects, improve skin feel, and support gentle exfoliation. It is commonly found in skincare, massage products, and personal care formulations.
Is triethanolamine salicylate safe for cosmetic use?
When used within recommended concentration limits and in compliance with cosmetic regulations, triethanolamine salicylate is generally considered safe for cosmetic use. Proper formulation practices and regulatory compliance are essential to ensure product safety.
Is triethanolamine salicylate suitable for sensitive skin?
Triethanolamine salicylate is often considered milder than salicylic acid and may be suitable for sensitive skin formulations. However, individual sensitivity can vary, and patch testing is recommended in finished products.
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Triethanolamine Salicylate at a glance
Triethanolamine Salicylate is a ZLEY supplied material for professional formulation, R&D and procurement evaluation.
- INCI
- Not applicable — this page is categorized as an API rather than a cosmetic INCI ingredient
- CAS
- Not publicly specified — confirm against the current SDS/TDS
- Content / purity
- Grade-specific; confirm the current TDS specification and batch COA
- Appearance
- Confirm against the current TDS and batch COA
- Recommended dosage
- Not publicly specified — confirm intended use level and target-market requirements
- Solubility
- Not publicly specified — confirm with the current TDS and a formulation compatibility test
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- Addition phase
- Not specified for a cosmetic formulation; consult the API specification and intended-use requirements
- Processing temperature
- Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS
- pH
- Not publicly specified — confirm supplied-grade and finished-formula requirements
- Stability
- Validate compatibility, accelerated/real-time stability and final packaging in the finished formulation
- Storage
- Follow the current SDS/TDS and keep the material sealed under the stated storage conditions
- Shelf life
- Confirm against the current TDS and supplied batch documentation
- Applications
- API formulations; confirm finished-product fit and target-market requirements
- Packaging
- Pack size is grade/order specific; confirm on the current quotation and specification
- MOQ
- Available on request; confirm grade, pack size, lead time and destination with ZLEY sales
- TDS / SDS / COA
- TDS on request; SDS on request; Batch-specific COA available on request
Values marked for confirmation are intentionally not estimated. Request the current grade-specific TDS/SDS and batch COA before scale-up or purchase.
Technical documents
Product FAQ
What is Triethanolamine Salicylate?
Triethanolamine Salicylate is a ZLEY supplied material for professional formulation, R&D and procurement evaluation. The declared INCI is: Not applicable — this page is categorized as an API rather than a cosmetic INCI ingredient.
What is the recommended use level for Triethanolamine Salicylate?
The published or currently recorded use level is Not publicly specified — confirm intended use level and target-market requirements. Final use level must be checked against the current TDS, the complete formula, target-market rules and finished-product testing.
How should Triethanolamine Salicylate be incorporated?
Solubility: Not publicly specified — confirm with the current TDS and a formulation compatibility test. Addition phase: Not specified for a cosmetic formulation; consult the API specification and intended-use requirements. Processing temperature: Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS.
Which technical and purchasing documents are available?
Request the current TDS; request the current SDS; request the batch-specific COA. Packaging and MOQ are order-specific and should be confirmed with ZLEY sales before purchase.
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