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Surfactant

SODIUM PEG-8 PHOSPHATE

CAS 9088-10-2 Updated
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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 PEG-based phosphate surfactant used as a mild emulsifier and foaming agent. Generally safe at cosmetic levels but PEGs can carry trace dioxane impurities and mild irritation potential.

Function

SKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant / emulsifier
  • Foam booster in cleansers
  • Phosphate buffering

Known concerns

  • PEG ingredients may carry trace 1,4-dioxane impurity
  • Mild PEG-related sensitization potential
  • PEG-8 itself flagged as mild irritant in clinical tests

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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