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Surfactant

PPG-30 ETHYLHEXETH-4 PHOSPHATE

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A phosphate-ester surfactant with PPG and ethoxylated ethylhexyl side chains. Cleans effectively but is generally milder than classic sulfates; cosmetic-grade material is purified to keep dioxane traces minimal.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild phosphate-ester surfactant
  • Effective cleansing
  • Less stripping than sulfates
  • Good water solubility

Known concerns

  • PPG/ETH portions carry trace dioxane risk if unpurified
  • Limited published independent dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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