Oleth-4 Phosphate

Oleth-4 Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameOLETH-4 PHOSPHATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number39464-69-2
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Conditioners 50%Other Haircare 50%

Frequently asked

What does Oleth-4 Phosphate do in skincare?
Oleth-4 Phosphate functions as a surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Oleth-4 Phosphate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Oleth-4 Phosphate?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially conditioners (50% of its uses).

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