Sodium Lauryl 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, dodecyl ester, sodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Lauryl 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
Sodium Lauryl 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 Sodium Lauryl Phosphate?
Sodium Lauryl Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phosphoric acid, dodecyl ester, sodium salt
Is Sodium Lauryl Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Lauryl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Lauryl Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Lauryl Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Lauryl Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Lauryl Phosphate is 50957-96-5.
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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