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Emulsifier

PEG-10 TALLATE

CAS 61791-00-2
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Ethoxylated tall-oil acid emulsifier. Effective and inexpensive but ethoxylation can leave trace dioxane and tall-oil source quality varies.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Stable emulsions
  • Solubilises oils
  • Mild on skin

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane potential
  • Tall-oil source variability
  • Possible animal/wood origin issues

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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