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Emulsifier

CETETH-20 PHOSPHATE

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A phosphate-ester emulsifier built on ceteth-20 (PEGylated cetyl alcohol). Class is well tolerated; main caveat is trace 1,4-dioxane carryover typical of PEG ingredients.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Stable emulsions
  • Mild for ethoxylated class
  • Compatible with most formulas

Known concerns

  • 1,4-Dioxane trace
  • Mild irritation at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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