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Surfactant

SODIUM C13-15 PARETH-8 BUTYL 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.

About

A C13-15 alcohol ether phosphate with a butyl modifier and 8-EO chain. Functions as a mild cleansing surfactant and foam stabilizer in facial cleansers; mild profile but with limited independent safety data.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild phosphate-ester cleansing
  • Good foam stabilization
  • Compatible with facial cleanser systems

Known concerns

  • Niche surfactant with limited independent safety data
  • Standard 1,4-dioxane impurity caveat

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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