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Surfactant

TEA-C12-14 ALKYL PHOSPHATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A triethanolamine-neutralized C12-14 alkyl phosphate surfactant. Effective cleanser, but EU Annex III/62 restricts TEA salts because they can form nitrosamines if combined with nitrosating agents — formulation matters a lot.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Cleansing
  • Emulsification

Known concerns

  • Nitrosamine formation risk under EU Annex III/62
  • Skin/eye irritation potential
  • Restrictions on co-formulation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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