C14 fatty acid; coconut and palm sourced; co-emulsifier; emollient; soap making; well-tolerated
Function & Common Use
Emollient / Emulsifier Component
Emollient
Soaps creams cosmetics emulsifier systems
Vegetable (coconut/palm) / Animal
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Myristic Acid safe to use in skincare?
Myristic Acid has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. C14 fatty acid; coconut and palm sourced; co-emulsifier; emollient; soap making; well-tolerated
Is Myristic Acid allowed in India?
Myristic Acid is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Myristic Acid used for in cosmetics?
Myristic Acid functions as: Emollient / Emulsifier Component. It is commonly found in: Soaps creams cosmetics emulsifier systems.
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