Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Animal-derived (beef tallow) - raises ethical/vegan concerns and BSE/TSE contamination risk if improperly sourced; potential for comedogenicity; not suitable for vegan or halal/kosher formulations without substitution. Magnesium salt of tallow fatty acids; provides emulsification and cleansing properties; improves texture and prevents caking in powders
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Tallowate safe in cosmetics?
Animal-derived (beef tallow) - raises ethical/vegan concerns and BSE/TSE contamination risk if improperly sourced; potential for comedogenicity; not suitable for vegan or halal/kosher formulations without substitution. Magnesium salt of tallow fatty acids; provides emulsification and cleansing properties; improves texture and prevents caking in powders The EU classifies Magnesium Tallowate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Magnesium Tallowate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Tallowate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Tallowate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Tallowate functions as: Emulsifying, surfactant (cleansing), anticaking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68953-41-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Tallowate?
not established 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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