Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-2 MYRISTATE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned in CIR (monoester of myristic acid + diglycerol)
Function
Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating (2016/2023)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No safety concerns identified. Myristic acid is a C14 saturated fatty acid and endogenous metabolite.

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate safe in cosmetics?

No safety concerns identified. Myristic acid is a C14 saturated fatty acid and endogenous metabolite. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned in CIR (monoester of myristic acid + diglycerol).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-2 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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