Myristyl Sultaine
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Tetradecanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(3-sulfopropyl)-, inner salt
What does it do?
Myristyl Sultaine 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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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
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Myristyl Sultaine 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 Sultaine?
Myristyl Sultaine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Tetradecanaminium, N,N-dimethyl-N-(3-sulfopropyl)-, inner salt
Is Myristyl Sultaine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myristyl Sultaine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myristyl Sultaine do in cosmetic products?
Myristyl Sultaine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Myristyl Sultaine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myristyl Sultaine is 14933-09-6.
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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: 16/11/2016