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Surfactant

OLETH-3 PHOSPHATE

CAS 39464-69-2
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A phosphate-ester surfactant of ethoxylated oleyl alcohol. Effective emulsifier but irritation potential and ethoxylation byproduct risks place it mid-orange.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Anionic emulsifier and surfactant
  • Stable o/w emulsions
  • Effective at low concentrations

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — 1,4-dioxane trace risk
  • Eye and skin irritation reported
  • Defatting at higher %
  • Phosphate ester sensitization rare

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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