Ethyl Myristate

INCI: ETHYL MYRISTATE

CAS Number
124-06-1
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning agent, solvent, carrier
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no CFR restriction; also approved as indirect food additive; part of CIR-reviewed alkyl esters family

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Ethyl myristate has a low toxicity profile but may enhance percutaneous absorption of co-formulated actives; formulators should verify that any ingredient whose safety depends on low dermal absorption is not compromised.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl Myristate safe in cosmetics?

Ethyl myristate has a low toxicity profile but may enhance percutaneous absorption of co-formulated actives; formulators should verify that any ingredient whose safety depends on low dermal absorption is not compromised. The EU classifies Ethyl Myristate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Ethyl Myristate allowed in the EU?

Ethyl Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethyl Myristate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl Myristate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent, solvent, carrier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 124-06-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Myristate?

adequate 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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