MYRISTAMIDE MEA

CAS Number
142-58-5
Function
Antistatic, Surfactant - Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status Permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status allowed
US Notes Allowed โ€” CIR Expert Panel concluded safe for use in rinse-off products and in leave-on products at concentrations that limit free ethanolamine release to โ‰ค5%

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Expert Verdict

MYRISTAMIDE MEA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Antistatic, Surfactant - Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-permitted surfactant needs-enrichment

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MYRISTAMIDE MEA safe in cosmetics?

MYRISTAMIDE MEA is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Antistatic, Surfactant - Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions. The EU classifies MYRISTAMIDE MEA as "Permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is MYRISTAMIDE MEA allowed in the EU?

MYRISTAMIDE MEA EU regulatory status: Permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does MYRISTAMIDE MEA do in cosmetics?

MYRISTAMIDE MEA functions as: Antistatic, Surfactant - Foam Boosting, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 142-58-5.

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