Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential for mild skin/eye irritation typical of phosphate ester surfactants; PEG-containing (ethoxylated), so subject to 1,4-dioxane residual contamination concerns requiring manufacturing controls.. A phosphate ester of ethoxylated C12-13 fatty alcohols (average 10 mol EO). Functions as a mild anionic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water phases, enhancing delivery of other actives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Potential for mild skin/eye irritation typical of phosphate ester surfactants; PEG-containing (ethoxylated), so subject to 1,4-dioxane residual contamination concerns requiring manufacturing controls.. A phosphate ester of ethoxylated C12-13 fatty alcohols (average 10 mol EO). Functions as a mild anionic emulsifier that helps blend oil and water phases, enhancing delivery of other actives. The EU classifies C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant - emulsifying, cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (falls under ethoxylated C12-13 alcohol phosphate esters).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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