Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Moderate irritant when undiluted in rabbits but not relevant at typical cosmetic concentrations; no phototoxicity or carcinogenicity concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyl Myristate safe in cosmetics?
Moderate irritant when undiluted in rabbits but not relevant at typical cosmetic concentrations; no phototoxicity or carcinogenicity concerns. The EU classifies Butyl Myristate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Butyl Myristate allowed in the EU?
Butyl Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyl Myristate do in cosmetics?
Butyl Myristate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient; viscosity reducer; film-forming aid. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 110-36-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Myristate?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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