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Emulsifier

POTASSIUM CETYL PHOSPHATE

CAS 84861-79-0; 19035-79-1
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mild phosphate ester emulsifier from cetyl alcohol. Safe at cosmetic-use levels and compatible with most actives; only minor irritation flag in concentrate form.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier and surfactant
  • Provides creamy texture
  • Compatible with many actives

Known concerns

  • Mild eye irritation in raw form
  • Slight skin-drying potential at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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