Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate

INCI: PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAMYRISTATE

CAS Number
18641-59-3
Function
Skin-conditioning agent — occlusive; viscosity-increasing agent — nonaqueous
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed — safe in present practices of use and concentration. Not in use at time of review.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Not in reported use at time of CIR review. Safety conclusion carries the proviso that future use should be at concentrations comparable to other group members.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate safe in cosmetics?

Not in reported use at time of CIR review. Safety conclusion carries the proviso that future use should be at concentrations comparable to other group members. The EU classifies Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate do in cosmetics?

Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent — occlusive; viscosity-increasing agent — nonaqueous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 18641-59-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate?

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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