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Surfactant

SODIUM CARBOXYETHYL TALLOW POLYPROPYLAMINE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A tallow-derived amphoteric surfactant used as antistatic and emulsifier. Limited formal cosmetic review; reported irritant in concentrate and aquatic-hazardous.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic
  • Emulsifying
  • Dispersing

Known concerns

  • Skin/eye/respiratory irritation in concentrate
  • Tallow source raises sustainability flags
  • Limited cosmetic safety review
  • Aquatic toxicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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