Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, cleansing, foaming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Betaines, bis(hydroxyethyl)tallow alkyl
What does it do?
Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine 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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Foaming
produces foam when mixed with water and agitated
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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
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine 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 Dihydroxyethyl Betaine?
Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Betaines, bis(hydroxyethyl)tallow alkyl
Is Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine do in cosmetic products?
Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, cleansing, foaming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tallow Dihydroxyethyl Betaine is 70750-46-8.
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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