Myristalkonium Saccharinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Benzyldimethyl(tetradecyl)ammonium, salt with 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one 1,1-dioxide (1:1)
What does it do?
Myristalkonium Saccharinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
Myristalkonium Saccharinate is listed in Annex V of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.
Frequently asked questions
What is Myristalkonium Saccharinate?
Myristalkonium Saccharinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzyldimethyl(tetradecyl)ammonium, salt with 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one 1,1-dioxide (1:1)
Is Myristalkonium Saccharinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myristalkonium Saccharinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myristalkonium Saccharinate do in cosmetic products?
Myristalkonium Saccharinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: preservative.
What is the CAS number of Myristalkonium Saccharinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myristalkonium Saccharinate is 23661-75-8.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 16/10/2010