Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Triethyl Phosphate

INCI: TRIETHYL PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
78-40-0
Function
Solvent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; also has GRAS status for certain applications

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Signal Word
WARNING
Pictograms
excl mark;warn
Hazard Statements
Harmful if swallowed May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

Organophosphate ester โ€” potential neurotoxicity concerns at high exposure; ensure concentration is kept low; REACH registered substance; monitor evolving EU regulatory scrutiny of organophosphate flame retardants/solvents

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Triethyl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

Organophosphate ester โ€” potential neurotoxicity concerns at high exposure; ensure concentration is kept low; REACH registered substance; monitor evolving EU regulatory scrutiny of organophosphate flame retardants/solvents The EU classifies Triethyl Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Triethyl Phosphate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Triethyl Phosphate do in cosmetics?

Triethyl Phosphate functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 78-40-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Triethyl Phosphate?

not established 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.

Is Triethyl Phosphate classified as hazardous under GHS?

Triethyl Phosphate carries a GHS signal word of "WARNING". Hazard statements: Harmful if swallowed May cause drowsiness or dizziness. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance โ€” at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.

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