Banned in EU

Dipa-Myristate

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

DIPA-Myristate is the diisopropanolamine salt of Myristic Acid

What does it do?

Dipa-Myristate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Dipa-Myristate is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 411), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Frequently asked questions

What is Dipa-Myristate?

Dipa-Myristate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. DIPA-Myristate is the diisopropanolamine salt of Myristic Acid

Is Dipa-Myristate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Dipa-Myristate is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dipa-Myristate do in cosmetic products?

Dipa-Myristate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Dipa-Myristate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dipa-Myristate is -.

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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