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SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYL TALLOW POLYPROPYLAMINE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A tallow-derived amphoteric used mainly in hair care for conditioning and antistatic effect. Class is generally well-tolerated on skin but data on this specific structure is sparse, and the tallow origin matters for vegan formulations.

Function

ANTISTATICHAIR CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic and conditioning effect on hair
  • Reduces flyaways and frizz
  • Tallow chain provides good substantivity

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (tallow) origin not vegan
  • Limited modern toxicology data
  • Possible quaternary impurity traces

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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