PEG-5 SOYAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An ethoxylated amine from soy oil fatty acids, providing conditioning and antistatic benefits in formulations.
PEG-5 Soyamine is the ethoxylated derivative of soy alkyl amines with an average of 5 moles of ethylene oxide, used as a surfactant and conditioning agent. As a plant-derived amine-based ingredient, it may cause allergic reactions in individuals with soy sensitivity. Under EU Regulation 1223/2009, it is permitted without specific concentration limits.
Skin benefits
- Conditioning and antistatic properties
- Used in hair and skin formulations
Known concerns
- Soy allergen concerns for dairy/legume-sensitive individuals
- Amine-based compound with nitrosamine formation potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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