Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe emollient ester with minimal irritation potential but high comedogenicity and no dermal absorption data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Myristyl Lactate safe in cosmetics?
Safe emollient ester with minimal irritation potential but high comedogenicity and no dermal absorption data. The EU classifies Myristyl Lactate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Myristyl Lactate allowed in the EU?
Myristyl Lactate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Myristyl Lactate do in cosmetics?
Myristyl Lactate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioner, humectant, smoothing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1323-03-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Myristyl Lactate?
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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