Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns documented in current literature. Branched-chain fatty acid ester (2-methylheptyl tetradecanoate); the branched alkyl chain delivers lightweight emolliency with improved spreadability and reduced greasiness compared to linear-chain myristates
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylheptyl Myristate safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns documented in current literature. Branched-chain fatty acid ester (2-methylheptyl tetradecanoate); the branched alkyl chain delivers lightweight emolliency with improved spreadability and reduced greasiness compared to linear-chain myristates The EU classifies Methylheptyl Myristate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methylheptyl Myristate allowed in the EU?
Methylheptyl Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylheptyl Myristate do in cosmetics?
Methylheptyl Myristate functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 55194-44-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylheptyl Myristate?
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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