Cetyl Myristate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexadecyl tetradecanoate
What does it do?
Cetyl Myristate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Cetyl 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 Cetyl Myristate?
Cetyl Myristate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexadecyl tetradecanoate
Is Cetyl Myristate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Myristate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Myristate do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Myristate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Cetyl Myristate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetyl Myristate is 2599-01-1.
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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