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Surfactant

PEG-8 TALLOW AMIDE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A PEG-ethoxylated amide of tallow fatty acids used as a non-ionic surfactant. Functionally similar to PEG cocamides; downgraded for animal origin and standard PEG concerns.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic surfactant from tallow fatty acids
  • Foam stabiliser and viscosity builder
  • Compatible with anionic surfactant systems

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (beef tallow)
  • Ethoxylate dioxane caveat
  • Trace amine residues possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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