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Surfactant

DISODIUM TALLOWAMPHODIACETATE

CAS 93804-76-3 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A mild amphoteric surfactant from tallow fatty acids — cleanses and boosts foam in shampoos and washes. Well-tolerated in rinse-off; one of the gentler surfactant classes in cosmetic use.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPESURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amphoteric cleansing
  • Good foam stability
  • Compatible with anionic and cationic surfactants
  • Low irritation in rinse-off

Known concerns

  • Tallow-derived (not vegan)
  • Trace nitrosamine risk if formulated with secondary amines

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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