Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Animal-derived (tallow) — BSE/TSE concern for EU market; harsher than amphoteric alternatives; may cause skin barrier disruption at high concentrations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Tallow Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Animal-derived (tallow) — BSE/TSE concern for EU market; harsher than amphoteric alternatives; may cause skin barrier disruption at high concentrations The EU classifies Sodium Tallow Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium Tallow Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Tallow Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Tallow Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Tallow Sulfate functions as: Cleansing, Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8052-50-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Tallow Sulfate?
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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