Isopropanolamine

General information

Isopropanolamine is used in cosmetics, hair perms, hair sprays, and in tanning lotions as a buffering agent. Derivatives of isopropanolamine have been developed as HIV protease inhibitors [ , ].

Occupational exposure to monoisopropanolamine can irritate the upper respiratory tract and eyes [ ]. Direct splashes into the eye can cause serious damage. Dermatitis can occur as a result of a single exposure, and prolonged contact can cause more severe irritation.