Tallow Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, opacifying, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Amides, tallow
What does it do?
Tallow Amide 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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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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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 - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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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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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Tallow Amide 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 Amide?
Tallow Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amides, tallow
Is Tallow Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tallow Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tallow Amide do in cosmetic products?
Tallow Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, opacifying, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Tallow Amide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tallow Amide is 93455-70-0.
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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