Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Potassium Lauryl Phosphate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 600 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Anionic surfactant with good safety profile; potential for irritation at high concentrations in leave-on products but no identified risk impurities at approved use levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Lauryl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Anionic surfactant with good safety profile; potential for irritation at high concentrations in leave-on products but no identified risk impurities at approved use levels. The EU classifies Potassium Lauryl Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Potassium Lauryl Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Lauryl Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Lauryl Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Lauryl Phosphate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 39322-78-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium 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.
What is the NOAEL for Potassium Lauryl Phosphate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Potassium Lauryl Phosphate is 1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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