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DIHYDROGENATED TALLOW METHYLAMINE

CAS 61788-63-4
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

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Dihydrogenated Tallow Methylamine is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Note: subject to regulatory restrictions in some markets. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Dihydrogenated tallow methylamine is listed in EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/200 Annex III with restriction reference III/62, specifically for its use as a viscosity controller or emulsifying agent. The restriction limits apply particularly to rinse-off cosmetic products. This ingredient is derived from hydrogenated tallow fatty acids and functions as a surfactant or emulsifier. No concentration limits are specified in the main text, but compliance with IFRA and Cosmetics Regulation requirements is mandatory.

Known concerns

  • EU Annex III restricted (III/62)
  • Amine derivatives may form nitrosamines in specific conditions

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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