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PEG-3 TALLOW AMINOPROPYLAMINE.

Insufficient Data CAS 90367-27-4 / ANTISTATIC, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

PEG-3 Tallow Aminopropylamine is a synthetic ingredient functioning primarily as an antistatic agent, reducing electrical charges, and as an emulsifier. It facilitates the creation and stabilization of oil-in-water emulsions in cosmetic formulations.

Summary

Antistatic Emulsifier Surfactant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates by decreasing electrostatic charges on surfaces, providing antistatic properties. Concurrently, it acts as a surfactant, reducing surface tension between immiscible liquids like oil and water, thus enabling the formation and stability of emulsions.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Key findings

  1. 01 In vitro studies, not directly relevant to skin, demonstrated a concentration-dependent reduction in active Streptococcus mutans biofilms. Experimental mouth rinses containing 1.2536% showed a 57.5% reduction, 0.6268% yielded a 33.5% reduction, and 0.3134% resulted in a 16.9% reduction.

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

There is no available data to indicate that PEG-3 Tallow Aminopropylamine is commonly dusted or presents specific dusting concerns in cosmetic formulations.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Both
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Polyethylene glycols (PEGs) generally exhibit a wide range of viscosity and solubility. PEG-3, being a lower molecular weight PEG, typically shows water solubility, which may decrease with increasing molecular mass. A related ingredient, PEG-2 Hydrogenated Tallow Amine, is soluble in both water and organic solvents, with a reported pH range of 7-9 for a 1% aqueous solution.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Unknown

The CIR Expert Panel assessed PEG-3 Tallow Aminopropylamine and related PEG derivatives, concluding they are safe for use under current practices when formulated to be non-irritating. An earlier assessment from 1999 found insufficient data for ingredients specifically named with PEG-2 through PEG-5, but this was superseded by a more comprehensive 2015 assessment. Concerns regarding safety increase for inhalable product forms due to potential respiratory issues, or if the ingredient contains toxic impurities. While no specific maximum concentration was identified for PEG-3 Tallow Aminopropylamine, a related ingredient, PEG-15 cocamine, was reported with a maximum use of 3% in leave-on dermal products. This ingredient lacks explicit FDA cosmetic status, though 'peg tallow amine' is noted in an inventory of food contact substances.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

PEG-3 Tallow Aminopropylamine serves as a functional emulsifier and antistatic agent in formulations; however, its specific efficacy and compatibility for direct skin benefits remain largely unstudied in relevant dermatological contexts.

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