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Surfactant

C12-16 ALKETH-6 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY C12-16 PARETH-6 PHOSPHATE)

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A C12-16 alcohol ethoxylate phosphate surfactant — workhorse in body wash and facial cleanser formulas. Mild on skin; supplier 1,4-dioxane control is the main safety lever.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective mild surfactant
  • Common in body wash and facial cleansers
  • Good emulsifying capacity

Known concerns

  • PEG-class — supplier 1,4-dioxane control needed
  • Phosphate ester can cause mild eye irritation
  • Moderate environmental persistence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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