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PEG-15 TALLOW AMINE.

Valuable CAS 61791-26-2 / ANTISTATIC

PEG-15 Tallow Amine is a versatile polyoxyethylated fatty amine that functions primarily as a surfactant, emulsifier, and antistatic agent. It is crucial for stabilizing formulations that blend immiscible liquids and for managing static electricity in hair care products, enhancing both product stability and performance.

Summary

Emulsifying Surfactant Cleansing Antistatic Wetting Solubilizing Consistency Enhancing Softening

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates by reducing interfacial tension between dissimilar phases, thereby enabling the stable emulsification of oil and water in cosmetic formulations. As a surfactant, it assists in solubilizing ingredients and facilitating cleansing. Its antistatic properties are achieved by neutralizing electrical charges on surfaces, which is particularly beneficial in preventing frizz and flyaways in hair.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 A 6-week dermal application study in rats utilizing 10% PEG-15 cocamine, a structural analog, demonstrated no systemic toxic effects.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

No data available regarding the dusting potential of this ingredient.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Similar to its analog PEG-2 tallow amine, this ingredient generally exhibits resistance to most chemicals at typical application concentrations and is largely indifferent to hard water conditions. A 5% aqueous solution of PEG-15 TALLOW AMINE typically has a pH ranging from 8.0 to 10.5.

Synergies

  • Nonionic surface-active substances
  • Cationic surface-active substances

Conflicts

  • Anionic products (compatibility must be individually verified)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Moderate

The CIR Expert Panel concluded that PEG-15 TALLOW AMINE is safe for use in cosmetic formulations under current practices and concentrations, provided the final product is non-irritating. Concentrated forms are highly irritating to the skin and corrosive to the eyes, though this potential diminishes significantly upon dilution. Extended use of related tallow products may contribute to skin sensitivity. Concerns also exist regarding potential contamination by toxic impurities such as Ethylene Oxide and 1,4-Dioxane.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

PEG-15 TALLOW AMINE is a valuable ingredient for its emulsifying, solubilizing, and cleansing properties, considered safe by CIR when formulated to be non-irritating, though potential for skin sensitivity and impurity contamination should be carefully managed.

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