Ethoxylated amine emulsifier
PEG-15 SOYAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
PEG-15 soyamine is an ethoxylated fatty amine surfactant. It is functional in emulsions but requires careful purification to limit dioxane and avoid nitrosamine formation in finished products.
Skin benefits
- Ethoxylated soy amine used as an emulsifier and dispersant
- Provides antistatic and conditioning effects
Known concerns
- Ethoxylated amines can carry 1,4-dioxane and nitrosamine precursors
- Potential skin and eye irritation at higher concentrations
- Environmental aquatic toxicity is moderate for this class
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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