Glyceryl Tallowate

INCI: GLYCERYL TALLOWATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned in CIR data profile
Function
Skin conditioning agent — emollient, cleansing surfactant, emulsifier
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR reviewed (2004, reaffirmed 2015) as a monoglyceryl monoester; no specific FDA restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Glyceryl tallowate is a safe emollient and surfactant ingredient permitted for cosmetic use in both EU and US markets.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glyceryl Tallowate safe in cosmetics?

Glyceryl tallowate is a safe emollient and surfactant ingredient permitted for cosmetic use in both EU and US markets. The EU classifies Glyceryl Tallowate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glyceryl Tallowate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Glyceryl Tallowate do in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Tallowate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient, cleansing surfactant, emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned in CIR data profile.

What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl 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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