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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide traces from ethoxylation; phosphoric acid residuals possible
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Laureth-4 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide traces from ethoxylation; phosphoric acid residuals possible The EU classifies Sodium Laureth-4 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Laureth-4 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Laureth-4 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Laureth-4 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Laureth-4 Phosphate functions as: Cleansing, foaming, surfactant-cleansing, surfactant-emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; parent acid Laureth-4 Phosphate: 39464-66-0 / 68511-37-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Laureth-4 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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