Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Animal-derived (tallow) — BSE/TSE compliance required; nitrosamine formation risk from secondary amine content; may contain trans-fatty acid moieties from partial hydrogenation; max nitrosamine spec: 50 ppb
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine safe in cosmetics?
Animal-derived (tallow) — BSE/TSE compliance required; nitrosamine formation risk from secondary amine content; may contain trans-fatty acid moieties from partial hydrogenation; max nitrosamine spec: 50 ppb The EU classifies PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine allowed in the EU?
PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine do in cosmetics?
PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine functions as: Antistatic agent; surfactant – emulsifying agent; surfactant – foam booster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61791-26-2 (generic).
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine?
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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