Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Inhalation in powder products — conservative estimates show exposures 400- to 1000-fold below workplace limits; for lip products, incidental ingestion zinc is ~0.61%
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zinc Myristate safe in cosmetics?
Inhalation in powder products — conservative estimates show exposures 400- to 1000-fold below workplace limits; for lip products, incidental ingestion zinc is ~0.61% The EU classifies Zinc Myristate as "restricted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Zinc Myristate allowed in the EU?
Zinc Myristate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Zinc Myristate do in cosmetics?
Zinc Myristate functions as: Anticaking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling, Adhesion Enhancer (in face powders). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 16260-27-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Zinc 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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