Lauryl Phosphate

INCI: LAURYL PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
4484-82-0 (mono-lauryl phosphate)
Function
Surfactant — emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status prohibited
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR assessed 28 alkyl phosphates (including lauryl phosphate) as safe in current practices of use and concentration

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Safety Data

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

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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.

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Concern Level: Low

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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