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Emulsifier

C12-15 ALKETH-8 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

A phosphate ester surfactant from ethoxylated alcohols. Useful emulsifier and surfactant with the standard PEG ethoxylate dioxane purity caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifier
  • Mild anionic surfactant
  • Stable in formula

Known concerns

  • 1,4-dioxane impurity caveat
  • Mild eye irritation
  • Penetration enhancement

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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