Aluminum Dimyristate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, emulsion stabilising, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydroxybis(myristato-O)aluminium
What does it do?
Aluminum Dimyristate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Dimyristate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aluminum Dimyristate?
Aluminum Dimyristate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydroxybis(myristato-O)aluminium
Is Aluminum Dimyristate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Dimyristate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Dimyristate do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Dimyristate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, emulsion stabilising, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Aluminum Dimyristate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aluminum Dimyristate is 56639-51-1.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010