Safety Notes
C14 fatty acid; coconut and palm sourced; co-emulsifier; emollient; soap making; well-tolerated
Function & Common Use
Function
Emollient / Emulsifier Component
Category
Emollient
Common In
Soaps creams cosmetics emulsifier systems
Origin
Vegetable (coconut/palm) / Animal
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
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.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Identifiers
CAS544-63-8
EC208-875-2
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