Is TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate
INCI: TEA-C12-13 ALKYL PHOSPHATE
TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate (CAS Not specifically assigned (triethanolammonium salt of C12-13 alkyl phosphate esters)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant – cleansing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (triethanolammonium salt of C12-13 alkyl phosphate esters)
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Function
Surfactant – cleansing
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted for cosmetic use; limited specific safety data — relies on read-across from TEA safety assessment and alkyl phosphate safety profiles
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate allowed in the EU?
TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate do in cosmetics?
TEA-C12-13 Alkyl Phosphate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (triethanolammonium salt of C12-13 alkyl phosphate esters).
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