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Is Potassium Hydrogenated Tallowate vegetarian?

Potassium Hydrogenated Tallowate

Potassium Hydrogenated Tallowate is the potassium salt of hydrogenated tallow acid, a fatty acid derived from rendered animal fat (tallow), used as a surfactant in cosmetics.

Also known as Potassium salt of hydrogenated tallow acid
INCI name Potassium Hydrogenated Tallowate
CosIng ID 59219
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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