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Emollient

TRISTEARYL PHOSPHATE

CAS 4889-45-6 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A fatty phosphate ester used to thicken and stabilise emulsions. Heavy, smooth feel; PubChem lists no GHS pictograms — well tolerated as a cosmetic emollient.

Function

PLASTICISERSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Emollient and texture enhancer
  • Co-emulsifier in creams
  • Smooth, non-irritating skin feel

Known concerns

  • Possible occlusiveness on oily skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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