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Emulsifier

DI-C12-15 ALKETH-2 PHOSPHATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A diester alcohol-ethoxylate phosphate with very low EO (2) — anionic emulsifier for sun-care and creams. The low EO content raises irritation potential vs higher-EO siblings.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Anionic emulsifier for o/w systems
  • Effective in sun-care
  • Hard-water tolerant

Known concerns

  • Very low EO count → higher irritation potential
  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Limited specific public safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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DI-C12-15 ALKETH-2 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY DI-C12-15 PARETH-2 PHOSPHATE)
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