Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Amines, (hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, N-oxides
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
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Surfactant - hydrotrope
surfactant that increases the solubility of poorly-soluble substances in water-based formulations
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide?
Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amines, (hydrogenated tallow alkyl)dimethyl, N-oxides
Is Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting, surfactant - hydrotrope, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrogenated Tallowamine Oxide is 61788-94-1.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010