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Surfactant

TALLOWAMIDE MEA

CAS 90640-29-2 Updated
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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 fatty acid monoethanolamide used as a surfactant and viscosity controller in rinse-off products. Animal origin and the ethanolamide structure (potential trace nitrosamine precursor) reduce its safety profile.

Function

ANTISTATICSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Surfactant and viscosity controller
  • Useful in rinse-off bar soaps and cleansers
  • Compatible with anionic systems
  • Long industrial history

Known concerns

  • Monoethanolamide structure can carry trace MEA / nitrosamine concerns
  • Animal-origin (tallow) traceability and ethical concerns
  • Possible mild irritation on sensitive skin
  • Limited modern toxicology dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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