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Surfactant

TRI-C12-15 PARETH-10 PHOSPHATE

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-based phosphate ester surfactant from C12-15 alcohols — mild emulsifier and co-surfactant for oil-in-water systems. Generally low-irritation; typical PEG dioxane caveat applies.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier and co-surfactant
  • Stabilises oil-in-water systems
  • Helps disperse oils evenly

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace from PEG ethoxylation
  • Mild eye irritation potential
  • Limited stand-alone safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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