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Surfactant

POTASSIUM UNDECYLENOYL HYDROLYZED COLLAGEN

CAS 68951-92-8 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An animal-derived hydrolyzed collagen modified with undecylenic acid for added antimicrobial action. Provides mild cleansing and conditioning; consumers seeking vegan or fully vegan-friendly products may prefer alternatives.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing from acyl-protein structure
  • Skin and hair conditioning
  • Antimicrobial action from undecylenic moiety
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived collagen raises sourcing/transparency concerns
  • Possible reactivity in protein-allergic individuals
  • Limited cosmetic-specific safety publications

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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