Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Myristic acid moiety can act as a penetration enhancer for co-formulated actives; inhalation risk if used in powder or spray products
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Myristate safe in cosmetics?
Myristic acid moiety can act as a penetration enhancer for co-formulated actives; inhalation risk if used in powder or spray products The EU classifies Magnesium Myristate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Magnesium Myristate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Myristate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Myristate functions as: Emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, opacifying, surfactant, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4086-70-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium 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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