Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
BSE/TSE risk from animal-origin tallow is the primary regulatory concern; requires Category 1 sourcing documentation; not suitable for vegan/COSMOS-certified formulations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Starch Tallowate safe in cosmetics?
BSE/TSE risk from animal-origin tallow is the primary regulatory concern; requires Category 1 sourcing documentation; not suitable for vegan/COSMOS-certified formulations The EU classifies Starch Tallowate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Starch Tallowate allowed in the EU?
Starch Tallowate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Starch Tallowate do in cosmetics?
Starch Tallowate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, surfactant (cleansing/emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (modified starch ester class; related tallow CAS: 61790-32-7 for potassium tallowate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Starch Tallowate?
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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