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Emulsifier

TRI-C12-15 ALKETH-10 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY TRI-C12-15 PARETH-10 PHOSPHATE)

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A phosphate-ester emulsifier built on PEG-10 C12-15 alcohol, used to bind oil and water in creams. Generally well tolerated when properly purified; main caveats are trace dioxane and mild anionic irritation potential.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective oil-in-water emulsifier
  • Stabilises emulsions across pH ranges
  • Mild compared to sulfate surfactants

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from PEG-10 ethoxylation
  • Anionic phosphate may irritate broken skin
  • Watch eye area in leave-on products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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