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Surfactant

SODIUM C13-15 ALKETH-8 PHOSPHATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A sodium-neutralised phosphate ester of an ethoxylated fatty alcohol — mild anionic surfactant. Class-safe with the usual 1,4-dioxane purification caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant
  • Emulsifier
  • Foam booster

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Mild eye irritation
  • Synthetic origin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related surfactants

Same plant / compound family

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