Isodecyl Myristate

INCI: ISODECYL MYRISTATE

CAS Number
85566-26-3
Function
Skin conditioning agent — emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no 21 CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No individual RIPT or sensitization data published. Myristic acid esters may have mild comedogenic potential at high concentrations. Isodecyl myristate may have reduced penetration enhancement compared to isopropyl myristate due to branched chain structure.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isodecyl Myristate safe in cosmetics?

No individual RIPT or sensitization data published. Myristic acid esters may have mild comedogenic potential at high concentrations. Isodecyl myristate may have reduced penetration enhancement compared to isopropyl myristate due to branched chain structure. The EU classifies Isodecyl Myristate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Isodecyl Myristate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Isodecyl Myristate do in cosmetics?

Isodecyl Myristate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85566-26-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Isodecyl 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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