Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
N-(4-Diaminomethyleneaminobutyl)tetradecanamide acetate
What does it do?
Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate 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 Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate?
Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-(4-Diaminomethyleneaminobutyl)tetradecanamide acetate
Is Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Myristamidobutyl Guanidine Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.
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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