Zinc Myristate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, opacifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc dimyristate
What does it do?
Zinc Myristate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Zinc Myristate 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 Zinc Myristate?
Zinc Myristate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc dimyristate
Is Zinc Myristate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zinc Myristate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Myristate do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Myristate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Zinc Myristate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Zinc Myristate is 16260-27-8.
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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