Myristyl Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, oral care, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
tetradecyl dihydrogen phosphate
What does it do?
Myristyl Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Myristyl Phosphate 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 Phosphate?
Myristyl Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. tetradecyl dihydrogen phosphate
Is Myristyl Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myristyl Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myristyl Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Myristyl Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, oral care, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Myristyl Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myristyl Phosphate is 10054-29-2.
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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