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Surfactant

AMMONIUM TALLATE

CAS 68132-50-3 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Ammonium salt of tall oil fatty acids — used as an anionic surfactant in cleansers. Generally well tolerated, but tall oil specifications vary and rosin-acid residues can sensitize, so good supplier control matters.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Anionic cleansing
  • Mild emulsification
  • Soap-like foaming

Known concerns

  • Variable tall-oil specs
  • Rosin acid sensitizer potential
  • Ammonia chemistry

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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