Tocopheryl Phosphate

INCI: TOCOPHERYL PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
17950-68-2 (α-tocopheryl phosphate); also referenced as sodium salt: Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate
Function
Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning — Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR Expert Panel included in reassessment of tocopherols; concluded safe as used in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

None significant; newer derivative with less standalone safety data than tocopheryl acetate, but supported by class-level CIR assessment

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tocopheryl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

None significant; newer derivative with less standalone safety data than tocopheryl acetate, but supported by class-level CIR assessment The EU classifies Tocopheryl Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Tocopheryl Phosphate allowed in the EU?

Tocopheryl Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Tocopheryl Phosphate do in cosmetics?

Tocopheryl Phosphate functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning — Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 17950-68-2 (α-tocopheryl phosphate); also referenced as sodium salt: Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate.

What is the Margin of Safety for Tocopheryl 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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