Myristyl Acetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Tetradecanol, acetate
What does it do?
Myristyl Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Myristyl 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 Myristyl Acetate?
Myristyl Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Tetradecanol, acetate
Is Myristyl Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myristyl Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myristyl Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Myristyl Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Myristyl Acetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myristyl Acetate is 638-59-5.
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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