Triethyl Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phosphoric Acid, Triethyl Ester
What does it do?
Triethyl Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Triethyl 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 Triethyl Phosphate?
Triethyl Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phosphoric Acid, Triethyl Ester
Is Triethyl Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Triethyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Triethyl Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Triethyl Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Triethyl Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Triethyl Phosphate is 78-40-0.
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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: 15/10/2010