Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Tallol. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOEL | >6.6 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 300 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Rosin (colophony) content is a recognized contact allergen for susceptible individuals; use refined/distilled grades for cosmetic formulation; not identical to Tall Oil Acid (which is the distilled fatty acid fraction)
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tallol safe in cosmetics?
Rosin (colophony) content is a recognized contact allergen for susceptible individuals; use refined/distilled grades for cosmetic formulation; not identical to Tall Oil Acid (which is the distilled fatty acid fraction) The EU classifies Tallol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Tallol allowed in the EU?
Tallol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tallol do in cosmetics?
Tallol functions as: Emollient, Solvent, Cleansing (crude tall oil — mixture of fatty acids, rosin acids, and unsaponifiables). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8002-26-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tallol?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Tallol?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Tallol is >6.6 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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