Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol

INCI: HYDROGENATED TALLOW ALCOHOL

CAS Number
Typically identified under tallow fatty alcohols (C16–C18 saturated alcohol blend); distinct from Hydrogenated Tallowamine (CAS 61788-45-2)
Function
Emollient, Viscosity controlling, Emulsion stabilising
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific CFR restriction; equivalent to cetyl/stearyl alcohol blends which are well established

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

BSE/TSE sourcing concern. Must not be confused with Hydrogenated Tallowamine (CAS 61788-45-2), which is an amine with different toxicological profile. Not eligible for COSMOS/ECOCERT certification.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol safe in cosmetics?

BSE/TSE sourcing concern. Must not be confused with Hydrogenated Tallowamine (CAS 61788-45-2), which is an amine with different toxicological profile. Not eligible for COSMOS/ECOCERT certification. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol allowed in the EU?

Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol functions as: Emollient, Viscosity controlling, Emulsion stabilising. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Typically identified under tallow fatty alcohols (C16–C18 saturated alcohol blend); distinct from Hydrogenated Tallowamine (CAS 61788-45-2).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Tallow Alcohol?

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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