Tallowamidopropyl Betaine
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?
1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-tallow acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
What does it do?
Tallowamidopropyl Betaine 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
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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
Tallowamidopropyl 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 Tallowamidopropyl Betaine?
Tallowamidopropyl Betaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanaminium, 3-amino-N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, N-tallow acyl derivs., hydroxides, inner salts
Is Tallowamidopropyl Betaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tallowamidopropyl Betaine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tallowamidopropyl Betaine do in cosmetic products?
Tallowamidopropyl Betaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Tallowamidopropyl Betaine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tallowamidopropyl Betaine is 91783-17-4.
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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