Dioleth-8 Phosphate

INCI: DIOLETH-8 PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
57486-09-6 (sodium salt form) ; acid form CAS may differ
Function
Surfactant — cleansing agent; surfactant — emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR Expert Panel concluded alkyl phosphates safe in present practices of use and concentration (2014)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Alkyl phosphate with potential for ocular irritation; must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR stipulation. Monitor for 1,4-dioxane ethoxylation residuals per standard protocols.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dioleth-8 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

Alkyl phosphate with potential for ocular irritation; must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR stipulation. Monitor for 1,4-dioxane ethoxylation residuals per standard protocols. The EU classifies Dioleth-8 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dioleth-8 Phosphate allowed in the EU?

Dioleth-8 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dioleth-8 Phosphate do in cosmetics?

Dioleth-8 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing agent; surfactant — emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 57486-09-6 (sodium salt form) ; acid form CAS may differ.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dioleth-8 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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