Skip to content

Surfactant

SODIUM C12-13 PARETH-2 PHOSPHATE

Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

An ethoxylated alcohol phosphate surfactant used to emulsify and cleanse. Functional but has the typical PEG/pareth caveats around 1,4-dioxane and irritation at high levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Anionic surfactant and emulsifier
  • Effective in cleansers and sunscreens
  • Good lipid-water dispersing

Known concerns

  • PEG/pareth carriers can carry 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Eye and skin irritation potential at high %
  • Pareth chemistries draw varied EWG concern

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related surfactants

58
AMMONIUM C12-15 ALKETH SULFATE
Surfactant
 58
AMMONIUM C12-15 PARETH SULFATE
Surfactant
 58
ARACHIDETH-42
Surfactant
 58
C10-16 ALKETH-2
Surfactant
 58
C10-16 PARETH-2
Surfactant
 58
C12-13 ALKETH-2
Surfactant
 58
C12-13 ALKETH-3
Surfactant
 58
C12-13 ALKETH-5 CARBOXYLIC ACID
Surfactant

Check your shelf

Find SODIUM C12-13 PARETH-2 PHOSPHATE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains SODIUM C12-13 PARETH-2 PHOSPHATE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.