Trioleyl Phosphate

INCI: TRIOLEYL PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
78-42-2 (note: often referenced under alkyl phosphates group)
Function
Emollient, plasticiser, skin conditioning agent; composite O/W emulsifier forming gel network structures
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; CIR Expert Panel concluded safe in present practices of use and concentration (when formulated to be non-irritating)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR qualification; potential irritation if used at high concentrations without proper formulation

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Trioleyl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

Must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR qualification; potential irritation if used at high concentrations without proper formulation The EU classifies Trioleyl Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Trioleyl Phosphate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Trioleyl Phosphate do in cosmetics?

Trioleyl Phosphate functions as: Emollient, plasticiser, skin conditioning agent; composite O/W emulsifier forming gel network structures. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 78-42-2 (note: often referenced under alkyl phosphates group).

What is the Margin of Safety for Trioleyl 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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