Ammonium Tallate

INCI: AMMONIUM TALLATE

CAS Number
68002-33-9
Function
Surfactant – cleansing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; listed in CIR/PCPC dictionary

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Tall oil-derived surfactant with potential composition variability by source; no major safety concerns at typical use levels.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ammonium Tallate safe in cosmetics?

Tall oil-derived surfactant with potential composition variability by source; no major safety concerns at typical use levels. The EU classifies Ammonium Tallate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ammonium Tallate allowed in the EU?

Ammonium Tallate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ammonium Tallate do in cosmetics?

Ammonium Tallate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68002-33-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Tallate?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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