Allowed in EU

Sodium Tallow Sulfate

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Tallow, sulfated, sodium salt

What does it do?

Sodium Tallow Sulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Sodium Tallow Sulfate 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 Sodium Tallow Sulfate?

Sodium Tallow Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tallow, sulfated, sodium salt

Is Sodium Tallow Sulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sodium Tallow Sulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sodium Tallow Sulfate do in cosmetic products?

Sodium Tallow Sulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Sodium Tallow Sulfate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Tallow Sulfate is 8052-50-4 / 68140-10-3.

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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