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Emulsifier

TRI-C12-15 PARETH-2 PHOSPHATE

62

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 ethoxylated alcohols. Functional and milder than sulfate surfactants, but inherits 1,4-dioxane trace concerns common to all ethoxylates.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Anionic emulsifier
  • W/O and O/W stabilization
  • Mild compared to sulfates

Known concerns

  • PEG ethoxylate — trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Potential eye/mucous irritation at higher %
  • Variable purity by supplier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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