Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Animal-origin ingredient requiring BSE/TSE sourcing compliance; restricted in some markets; excluded from vegan and COSMOS certifications
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Tallowate safe in cosmetics?
Animal-origin ingredient requiring BSE/TSE sourcing compliance; restricted in some markets; excluded from vegan and COSMOS certifications The EU classifies Cetyl Tallowate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Cetyl Tallowate allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Tallowate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Tallowate do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Tallowate functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, cleansing agent; soap base component. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not available (complex mixture of cetyl esters of tallow fatty acids).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Tallowate?
adequate 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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