Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Bentonite

INCI: HYDROGENATED TALLOWALKONIUM BENTONITE

CAS Number
71011-24-0
Function
Viscosity controlling, dispersing agent (non-surfactant), emulsion stabilizer
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — not restricted under 21 CFR 700

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

BSE/TSE risk present; no current VCRP uses reported; severe ocular irritant at 100% neat material—avoid eye contact; crystalline silica possible impurity (<3%).

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Bentonite safe in cosmetics?

BSE/TSE risk present; no current VCRP uses reported; severe ocular irritant at 100% neat material—avoid eye contact; crystalline silica possible impurity (<3%). The EU classifies Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Bentonite as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Bentonite allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Bentonite do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Bentonite functions as: Viscosity controlling, dispersing agent (non-surfactant), emulsion stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 71011-24-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Tallowalkonium Bentonite?

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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