Is C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate vegan?

C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate

Vegan

C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate is a complex mixture of esters of phosphoric acid and a synthetic C12-16 ethoxylated fatty alcohol containing an average of 6 moles of ethylene oxide. It is used as a surfactant/emulsifier in cosmetic formulations.

Also known as C12-16 Pareth-6 Phosphate
INCI name C12-16 Alketh-6 Phosphate
CAS number 246159-55-7
CosIng ID 99377
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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