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GLYCERETH-26 PHOSPHATE

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Glycereth-26 Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Glycereth-26 Phosphate is a polyglycerol ether phosphate with 26 mol EO. The phosphate group provides some amphoteric character and can act as a secondary surfactant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 permits phosphoric acid esters in cosmetics. The high degree of ethoxylation (26 EO) means water solubility is excellent. Purity testing for residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane is required. Not listed in EU Annex II or III.

Skin benefits

  • Effective emulsifier for O/W systems
  • Skin conditioning and emollient properties
  • Provides good foaming characteristics in cleansers

Known concerns

  • Phosphate ingredients may affect environmental footprint
  • Residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane concerns
  • High EO content requires good manufacturing practice controls

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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