Safety Notes
Fatty alcohol; well tolerated; contributes to skin feel and emulsion structure
Function & Common Use
Function
Emulsifying / Emollient / Viscosity controlling
Category
Fatty Alcohol
Common In
Creams, lotions
Origin
Plant / Synthetic
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Myristyl Alcohol safe to use in skincare?
Myristyl Alcohol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Fatty alcohol; well tolerated; contributes to skin feel and emulsion structure
Is Myristyl Alcohol allowed in India?
Myristyl Alcohol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Myristyl Alcohol used for in cosmetics?
Myristyl Alcohol functions as: Emulsifying / Emollient / Viscosity controlling. It is commonly found in: Creams, lotions.
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
CAS112-72-1
EC204-000-3
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