Disodium Lauryl Phosphate
AKA “RefChem:862596, DTXCID501024806, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DODECYL ESTER, SODIUM SALT, Monosodium monolauryl phosphate, Sodium Monododecyl Phosphate (contains, Monosodium dodecyl phosphate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Disodium lauryl phosphate
AKA: RefChem:862596, DTXCID501024806, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DODECYL ESTER, SODIUM SALT, Monosodium monolauryl phosphate, Sodium Monododecyl Phosphate (contains, Monosodium dodecyl phosphate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser that helps remove oil and dirt while keeping formulas smooth and blended.
Effective at 4.42%
Formula
C12H26NaO4P
Mol. Weight
288.30
CAS #
50957-96-5
Form
Powder
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Antioxidant Protection
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Developed as a mild phosphate ester surfactant in mid-to-late 20th century cosmetics. Designed as a gentler alternative to traditional sulfate-based surfactants.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Concentration Guide
0.14%
8.7%
0%12%
Effective Range
CIR reported use: 0.14-2 | 0.25-8.7
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR