Oleth-5 Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-9-octadecenyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (Z)-, phosphate (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Oleth-5 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
EU regulatory status
Oleth-5 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 Oleth-5 Phosphate?
Oleth-5 Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-9-octadecenyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (Z)-, phosphate (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Oleth-5 Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oleth-5 Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oleth-5 Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Oleth-5 Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Oleth-5 Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oleth-5 Phosphate is 39464-69-2.
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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: 15/10/2010