Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glutamic acid, N-(hydrogenated tallow acyl) derivs.
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid 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 Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid?
Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glutamic acid, N-(hydrogenated tallow acyl) derivs.
Is Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Tallowoyl Glutamic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.
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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