Potassium C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate

INCI: POTASSIUM C9-15 ALKYL PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
190454-07-0 (acid form)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing, Emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; CIR reviewed alkyl phosphates group — safe in present practices of use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Synthetic anionic surfactant safe for use; combine carefully with other anionic surfactants to manage irritation potential.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

Synthetic anionic surfactant safe for use; combine carefully with other anionic surfactants to manage irritation potential. The EU classifies Potassium C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Potassium C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate allowed in the EU?

Potassium C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Potassium C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate do in cosmetics?

Potassium C9-15 Alkyl Phosphate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing, Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 190454-07-0 (acid form).

What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium C9-15 Alkyl 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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