Allowed in EU

Myristoyl Pullulan

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair fixing, hair waving or straightening in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Myristoyl Pullulan is the reaction product of myristoyl chloride and Pullulan

What does it do?

Myristoyl Pullulan is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Hair fixing

    holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand

  • Hair waving or straightening

    permanently changes the shape of hair through chemical reduction and re-oxidation of the hair's disulfide bonds

EU regulatory status

Myristoyl Pullulan 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 Myristoyl Pullulan?

Myristoyl Pullulan is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Myristoyl Pullulan is the reaction product of myristoyl chloride and Pullulan

Is Myristoyl Pullulan allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Myristoyl Pullulan is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Myristoyl Pullulan do in cosmetic products?

Myristoyl Pullulan is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair fixing, hair waving or straightening.

What is the CAS number of Myristoyl Pullulan?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myristoyl Pullulan is 1033464-89-9.

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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