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Emulsifier

DI-C12-15 ALKETH-10 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY DI-C12-15 PARETH-10 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.

A diester phosphate emulsifier (10 EO) from C12-15 alcohols. Mild on skin and good for emulsion stability; the higher ethoxylation makes the 1,4-dioxane purification step more important during manufacture.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsification
  • Stable creams and lotions

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane / ethylene oxide residues
  • Mild irritation at high use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related emulsifiers

Same plant / compound family

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