Cetyl Phosphate

  • Surfactant

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About Cetyl Phosphate

Cetyl Phosphate is a complex mixture of esters of phosphoric acid and cetyl alcohol.[1] Its solubility and charge state vary depending on the components forming the salt and the formula’s acidity, which also affects how it interacts with other raw materials. In cosmetics, it is used to create emulsified formulas in which water and oil are evenly mixed and to lower surface tension so raw materials wet, mix, and spread evenly.[2]

Cetyl Phosphate Details

Ingredient function
Emulsifying, Surfactant
Main product categories
Sunscreen, Moisturizing Cream, Eye Cream
INCI name
CETYL PHOSPHATE
CosIng ID
74967

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