Aluminum Myristate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetradecanoic acid, aluminium salt
What does it do?
Aluminum Myristate 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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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Myristate 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 Myristate?
Aluminum Myristate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetradecanoic acid, aluminium salt
Is Aluminum Myristate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Myristate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Myristate do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Myristate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Aluminum Myristate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aluminum Myristate is 4040-50-0.
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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