Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether 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-Propanol, 2-(tetradecyloxy)-, acetate
What does it do?
Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether 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
Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether 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 Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate?
Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propanol, 2-(tetradecyloxy)-, acetate
Is Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Myristyl Ether Acetate is 135326-54-4.
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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