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Emulsifier

TRI-C12-15 ALKETH-10 PHOSPHATE

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated alkyl phosphate ester used as a mild emulsifier and surfactant, often in sunscreens. Generally well tolerated with the usual ethoxylate caveats.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsifier
  • Mild surfactant
  • Sunscreen formulation aid

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Aquatic toxicity of phosphate esters
  • Sparse independent literature

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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