Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential 1,4-dioxane and diethylene glycol contamination from ethoxylation process — requires purification and testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Laureth Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Potential 1,4-dioxane and diethylene glycol contamination from ethoxylation process — requires purification and testing. The EU classifies Potassium Laureth Phosphate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Laureth Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Laureth Phosphate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Laureth Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Laureth Phosphate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68954-87-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Laureth 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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