Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide

INCI: HYDROGENATED TALLOWAMINE OXIDE

CAS Number
61788-93-0 (verify — sometimes listed under generic tallowamine oxide CAS)
Function
Surfactant, foam booster, viscosity modifier
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
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

BSE/TSE risk present; complete N-oxidation required to minimize residual free amine which can cause irritation and nitrosamine formation; safety assessment relies on analog read-across due to limited standalone toxicological data.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide safe in cosmetics?

BSE/TSE risk present; complete N-oxidation required to minimize residual free amine which can cause irritation and nitrosamine formation; safety assessment relies on analog read-across due to limited standalone toxicological data. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide functions as: Surfactant, foam booster, viscosity modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61788-93-0 (verify — sometimes listed under generic tallowamine oxide CAS).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide?

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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