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Surfactant

C12-15 ALKETH-6 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-6 PHOSPHATE)

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An ethoxylated alkyl ether phosphate surfactant used to emulsify and cleanse. Generally mild at typical use levels; quality depends on dioxane purification of the PEG-bearing chain.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective emulsifier and surfactant
  • Stabilises oil-in-water systems
  • Cleans skin and hair

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation
  • Mildly irritating at higher use levels
  • PEG-class purity considerations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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