Is Isobutyl Myristate safe in cosmetics?
Isobutyl Myristate has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Isobutyl Myristate
INCI: ISOBUTYL MYRISTATE
Isobutyl Myristate (CAS Verify with supplier (ester of isobutanol + myristic acid / tetradecanoic acid)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning — emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Verify with supplier (ester of isobutanol + myristic acid / tetradecanoic acid)
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Function
Skin conditioning — emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — CIR Expert Panel: safe in present practices of use and concentration when formulated to be non-irritating (2013 Amended Assessment)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Isobutyl Myristate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Isobutyl Myristate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isobutyl Myristate allowed in the EU?
Isobutyl Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isobutyl Myristate do in cosmetics?
Isobutyl Myristate functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify with supplier (ester of isobutanol + myristic acid / tetradecanoic acid).
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