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Surfactant

PEG-5 TALLOW AMIDE

CAS 68155-24-8 / 8051-61-4 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A tallow-derived ethoxylated amide used as an emulsifier and conditioner, typically in industrial-grade or budget personal-care formulations. Animal origin and PEG-purity concerns keep it mid-yellow.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifier
  • Conditioning
  • Cost-effective

Known concerns

  • Tallow-derived (not vegan)
  • 1,4-dioxane residue depends on PEG quality
  • Industrial-grade with limited cosmetic toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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