Allowed in EU

Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside

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

What is it?

Ethyl-D-glucopyranoside, esters with tallow fatty acids

What does it do?

Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside 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

Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside 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 Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside?

Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethyl-D-glucopyranoside, esters with tallow fatty acids

Is Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside do in cosmetic products?

Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tallowoyl Ethyl Glucoside is 223706-32-9.

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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