Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk if combined with nitrosating agents; animal-derived (tallow); potential for epoxide/hydroperoxide formation increasing sensitization risk.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-20 Tallow Amine safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk if combined with nitrosating agents; animal-derived (tallow); potential for epoxide/hydroperoxide formation increasing sensitization risk. The EU classifies PEG-20 Tallow Amine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is PEG-20 Tallow Amine allowed in the EU?
PEG-20 Tallow Amine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-20 Tallow Amine do in cosmetics?
PEG-20 Tallow Amine functions as: Antistatic agent; Surfactant—Emulsifying agent; Surfactant—Solubilizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61791-26-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-20 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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