surfactant/emulsifier
PEG-20 HYDROGENATED TALLOW AMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A PEG-modified fatty amine made from beef tallow, used as a mild emulsifier and antistatic in cleansers and conditioners; broadly safe in finished formulas but requires controlled manufacturing to limit dioxane.
Skin benefits
- Effective nonionic-cationic emulsifier and antistatic agent
- Improves wetting and spreadability in rinse-off formulas
Known concerns
- CIR concluded safe only with limits on impurities like nitrosamines and 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
- Tallow-derived, not vegan and triggers BSE/TSE traceability requirements in EU
- Potential skin and eye irritation at higher use levels
- PEG amines can be moderate sensitizers
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related surfactant/emulsifiers
Same plant / compound family
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.