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Surfactant

PEG-80 GLYCERYL TALLOWATE

CAS 68553-11-7
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A heavily ethoxylated tallow-derived emulsifier — mild enough for baby washes and sensitive-skin cleansers. Animal-source (not vegan); the usual PEG purification caveat about trace 1,4-dioxane applies.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild rinse-off emulsifier
  • Used in baby/sensitive cleansers
  • Improves foam stability

Known concerns

  • High EO PEG — 1,4-dioxane purification dependency
  • Animal (tallow) source — not vegan
  • Possible BSE-equivalent supply-chain concerns at low risk

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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