Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential for skin irritation at elevated concentrations; phosphoric ester linkage is generally stable; 1,4-dioxane residue concern from ethoxylation.. A phosphoric ester of ethoxylated (4 EO) lauryl alcohol; also known as C12-C14 alcohol phosphoric ester or ethoxylated 4TE; anionic character provides good emulsification and wetting; compatible with other anionic and nonionic surfactants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laureth-4 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Potential for skin irritation at elevated concentrations; phosphoric ester linkage is generally stable; 1,4-dioxane residue concern from ethoxylation.. A phosphoric ester of ethoxylated (4 EO) lauryl alcohol; also known as C12-C14 alcohol phosphoric ester or ethoxylated 4TE; anionic character provides good emulsification and wetting; compatible with other anionic and nonionic surfactants. The EU classifies Laureth-4 Phosphate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Laureth-4 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Laureth-4 Phosphate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Laureth-4 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Laureth-4 Phosphate functions as: Anionic surfactant, emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68511-37-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Laureth-4 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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