Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Minimal concerns at typical emollient use levels. Limited standalone toxicology data may require read-across justification from structurally analogous long-chain ethers. 1,4-Dioxane trace testing recommended as with all ethers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimyristyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Minimal concerns at typical emollient use levels. Limited standalone toxicology data may require read-across justification from structurally analogous long-chain ethers. 1,4-Dioxane trace testing recommended as with all ethers. The EU classifies Dimyristyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimyristyl Ether allowed in the EU?
Dimyristyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimyristyl Ether do in cosmetics?
Dimyristyl Ether functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5765-44-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimyristyl Ether?
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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