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Emulsifier

C12-15 ALKETH-9 PHOSPHATE

62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated alcohol phosphate (9 EO) — mild anionic emulsifier for creams and sunscreens. Higher EO content makes it milder; routine dioxane stripping is expected.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic emulsifier
  • Good in sunscreens and lotions
  • Higher EO count → milder than low-EO siblings

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Mild eye irritation
  • Less reviewed than canonical laureth phosphates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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