Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Alkaline soap base — can be drying/irritating at high concentrations; formulate with co-surfactants for mildness
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Myristate safe in cosmetics?
Alkaline soap base — can be drying/irritating at high concentrations; formulate with co-surfactants for mildness The EU classifies Potassium Myristate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Myristate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Myristate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Myristate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing; emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 13429-27-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium 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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