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Emulsifier

DI-C12-15 ALKETH-8 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY DI-C12-15 PARETH-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.

A diester phosphate emulsifier (8 EO) from C12-15 alcohols. Higher ethoxylation makes this milder than the 6-EO sibling; still carries the standard PEG-residual caveat but lands in the yellow band.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsification
  • Stable creams and lotions

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Mild irritation at high use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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