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Surfactant

C12-15 ALKETH-9 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-9 PHOSPHATE)

73

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A phosphate-ester emulsifier from C12-15 fatty alcohols with 9 moles of ethylene oxide — water-soluble, useful in clear gels. Generally safe but higher EO count raises dioxane purification concerns.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Strong emulsification
  • Hydrophilic enough for clear gels
  • Reliable processing aid

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces from ethoxylation
  • Mild eye irritation potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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