Is Tallowamide MEA safe in cosmetics?
Tallowamide MEA has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Tallowamide MEA
Also known as: EINECS 292-546-3, Tallow fatty acid monoethanolamide
INCI: TALLOWAMIDE MEA
Tallowamide MEA (CAS 90640-29-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antistatic, Emulsion Stabilising, Surfactant – Cleansing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Antistatic, Emulsion Stabilising, Surfactant – Cleansing
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Tallowamide MEA.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Anti-static agent
Emulsifier
Foamant
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Viscosity modifier
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Tallowamide MEA.
Known Synonyms
EINECS 292-546-3
Tallow fatty acid monoethanolamide
Chemical Function
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Anti-static agent
Emulsifier
Viscosity modifier
Foamant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tallowamide MEA allowed in the EU?
Tallowamide MEA EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tallowamide MEA do in cosmetics?
Tallowamide MEA functions as: Antistatic, Emulsion Stabilising, Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90640-29-2.
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