Dilaureth-10 Phosphate

INCI: DILAURETH-10 PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
Not widely published (PEG-10 lauryl ether phosphate ester)
Function
Surfactant; emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR reviewed alkyl phosphates as safe when formulated to be non-irritating (2014); alkyl PEG ethers also reviewed as safe

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Ethoxylated ingredient containing residual 1,4-dioxane impurity โ€” must test and control (EU: <10 ppm; NY DEC: โ‰ค2 ppm by 2026); potential ocular irritation at elevated concentrations; formulate to be non-irritating.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dilaureth-10 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

Ethoxylated ingredient containing residual 1,4-dioxane impurity โ€” must test and control (EU: <10 ppm; NY DEC: โ‰ค2 ppm by 2026); potential ocular irritation at elevated concentrations; formulate to be non-irritating. The EU classifies Dilaureth-10 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Dilaureth-10 Phosphate allowed in the EU?

Dilaureth-10 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dilaureth-10 Phosphate do in cosmetics?

Dilaureth-10 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant; emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (PEG-10 lauryl ether phosphate ester).

What is the Margin of Safety for Dilaureth-10 Phosphate?

adequate 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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