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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate

Used in cosmetic products as surfactant, emulsifying and surfactant, cleansing. C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate (Formerly C12-16 Pareth-6 Phosphate) is a complex mixture of esters of phosphoric acid and a synthetic C12-16 ethoxylated alcohol containing an average of 6 moles of ethylene oxide.

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Frequently asked questions

What is C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate used for in cosmetics?

C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate is used in cosmetic products as surfactant, emulsifying and surfactant, cleansing. C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate (Formerly C12-16 Pareth-6 Phosphate) is a complex mixture of esters of phosphoric acid and a synthetic C12-16 ethoxylated alcohol containing an average of 6 moles of ethylene oxide.

Is C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.