Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU. Permitted in US where CIR assessed as safe; may cause skin irritation at higher concentrations as neat/concentrated material.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauryl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU. Permitted in US where CIR assessed as safe; may cause skin irritation at higher concentrations as neat/concentrated material. The EU classifies Lauryl Phosphate as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lauryl Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Lauryl Phosphate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauryl Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Lauryl Phosphate functions as: Surfactant — emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4484-82-0 (mono-lauryl phosphate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lauryl 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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