Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited published toxicological data specific to this ingredient; read-across from other alkyl phosphates may be required. Phosphate esters are generally well-tolerated but irritation potential increases at high concentrations, and pH-dependent hydrolysis should be considered in formulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimyristyl Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Limited published toxicological data specific to this ingredient; read-across from other alkyl phosphates may be required. Phosphate esters are generally well-tolerated but irritation potential increases at high concentrations, and pH-dependent hydrolysis should be considered in formulation. The EU classifies Dimyristyl Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dimyristyl Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Dimyristyl Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimyristyl Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Dimyristyl Phosphate functions as: Emulsifier, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2578-24-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimyristyl Phosphate?
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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