Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane/EO residue concern. Phosphate monoester/diester ratio affects irritation profile. Analogous compounds flagged for skin irritation and serious eye damage. Eye irritation testing recommended for leave-on applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isosteareth-2 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane/EO residue concern. Phosphate monoester/diester ratio affects irritation profile. Analogous compounds flagged for skin irritation and serious eye damage. Eye irritation testing recommended for leave-on applications. The EU classifies Isosteareth-2 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Isosteareth-2 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Isosteareth-2 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isosteareth-2 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Isosteareth-2 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant (emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | 10.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isosteareth-2 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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