Tallow Alcohol
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, refatting, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Alcohols, tallow
What does it do?
Tallow Alcohol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Refatting
restores oils and lipids that washing strips from skin or hair
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Tallow Alcohol 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 Tallow Alcohol?
Tallow Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Alcohols, tallow
Is Tallow Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tallow Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tallow Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Tallow Alcohol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, refatting, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Tallow Alcohol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tallow Alcohol is 99561-04-3.
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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