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Surfactant

PEG-2 TALLOW AMINE

CAS 61791-26-2
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

An ethoxylated tallow-derived amine used as a surfactant and antistat. Cationic and can carry 1,4-dioxane traces; irritating to eyes/skin and aquatically toxic — generally not preferred in modern leave-on cosmetics.

Function

ANTISTATIC

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic and conditioning in haircare
  • Surfactant emulsifier

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated fatty amine — can contain 1,4-dioxane
  • Cationic surfactant — eye and skin irritation
  • Persistent and aquatic toxicity
  • Glyphosate-formulation analogue raises sensitization concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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