Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation from the secondary amine; skin/eye irritation at elevated concentrations. Molecular formula C₁₈H₄₁NO₆S (MW 399.6 g/mol); EPA TSCA status: INACTIVE; also functions as an industrial corrosion inhibitor
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEA-Myristyl Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation from the secondary amine; skin/eye irritation at elevated concentrations. Molecular formula C₁₈H₄₁NO₆S (MW 399.6 g/mol); EPA TSCA status: INACTIVE; also functions as an industrial corrosion inhibitor The EU classifies DEA-Myristyl Sulfate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is DEA-Myristyl Sulfate allowed in the EU?
DEA-Myristyl Sulfate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DEA-Myristyl Sulfate do in cosmetics?
DEA-Myristyl Sulfate functions as: Surfactant - cleansing, foaming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 65104-61-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for DEA-Myristyl Sulfate?
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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