Sodium Lauryl Phosphate

Sodium Lauryl Phosphate 1
molecular structure · PubChem CID 23676665
AKA: 50957-96-5, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DODECYL ESTER, SODIUM SALT, Monosodium monolauryl phosphate, 17026-83-4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from fatty alcohols and phosphoric acid, belonging to the organophosphate surfactant chemical family. Synthesized through phosphorylation of lauryl alcohol, then neutralized with sodium hydroxide.
Phosphoric acid, dodecyl ester, sodium salt
Formula
C12H26NaO4P
Mol. Weight
288.30
CAS #
50957-96-5
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
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.
Surfactant Cleansing
Surfactant Emulsifying
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Lifts away dirt and oil
Mixes oil and water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2019
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR