TEA-Alginate

TEA-Alginate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Triethanolamine Alginate, TEA Salt of Alginic Acid
Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Marine
Not Clean
OriginDerived from brown seaweed (Phaeophyceae), alginic acid is extracted from kelp found in coastal waters worldwide. Alginic acid is then neutralized with triethanolamine to create the salt form, TEA-alginate.
Alginic acid, triethanolamine salt
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Holds ingredients together
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2015
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR