Isotridecyl Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phosphoric acid, isotridecyl ester
What does it do?
Isotridecyl Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Isotridecyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Isotridecyl Phosphate?
Isotridecyl Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phosphoric acid, isotridecyl ester
Is Isotridecyl Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isotridecyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isotridecyl Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Isotridecyl Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Isotridecyl Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isotridecyl Phosphate is 52933-07-0.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 08/10/2015