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Emulsifier

TALLOWETH-18

CAS 61791-28-4 (generic)
73

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A higher-EO PEGylated tallow alcohol (18 EO) used as a mild emulsifier in rinse-off and leave-on products. Well tolerated; the higher water-solubility helps gentleness, with the usual PEG and animal-origin caveats.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsification
  • Skin conditioning
  • Low irritation

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (tallow)
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Manufacturer purity dependent

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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