Is Tallow safe in cosmetics?
Tallow has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Tallow
Also known as: EINECS 263-099-1, Sebum ovile, UNII-98HPY76U4W, ET 8715
INCI: TALLOW
Tallow (CAS 61789-97-7) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Soap Stock. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Soap Stock
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Safe as used — CIR concluded safe in present practices; GRAS for food use (FASEB/FDA)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Tallow.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Film former
Softener and conditioner
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Regulatory List Membership (2)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Tallow.
Regulatory Flags
fda_food_additive
Known Synonyms
EINECS 263-099-1
Sebum ovile
UNII-98HPY76U4W
ET 8715
Chemical Function
Softener and conditioner
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Film former
Regulatory Lists
Europe; Personal care
inert_ingredient; Pesticides
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
Journal of Chemical Engineering & Process Technology
Cleaning products and household care; Europe
food_additive; Substances Added to Food (formerly EAFUS) (2/2019)
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tallow allowed in the EU?
Tallow EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tallow do in cosmetics?
Tallow functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Soap Stock. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61789-97-7.
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