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Emulsifier

SODIUM DICETEARETH-10 PHOSPHATE

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-phosphate emulsifier — used to build skin-friendly emulsions. Class is broadly safe; the typical caveat is trace 1,4-dioxane in poorly purified PEG raw material.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic/anionic emulsifier
  • Skin-friendly emulsion stabilizer
  • Useful in moisturizers and sunscreens

Known concerns

  • PEG-class — trace 1,4-dioxane risk in lower grades
  • Phosphate ester adds slight tacky feel
  • No specific SCCS opinion located

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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