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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane contamination risk. Phosphate ester head group makes this anionic - slightly higher irritation potential than nonionic parent (Pareth-3). Free acid content should be controlled. Anionic phosphate ester surfactant with 3 moles EO. Slightly higher HLB than the Pareth-2 Phosphate variant. Phosphate esters are valued for their electrolyte tolerance and compatibility in complex formulation matrices
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-15 Pareth-3 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane contamination risk. Phosphate ester head group makes this anionic - slightly higher irritation potential than nonionic parent (Pareth-3). Free acid content should be controlled. Anionic phosphate ester surfactant with 3 moles EO. Slightly higher HLB than the Pareth-2 Phosphate variant. Phosphate esters are valued for their electrolyte tolerance and compatibility in complex formulation matrices The EU classifies C12-15 Pareth-3 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-15 Pareth-3 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
C12-15 Pareth-3 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-15 Pareth-3 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
C12-15 Pareth-3 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant; emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No unique CAS widely assigned (phosphate ester derivative).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 Pareth-3 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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