Is Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate safe in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate
INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-2 MYRISTATE
Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate (CAS Not individually assigned in CIR (monoester of myristic acid + diglycerol)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not individually assigned in CIR (monoester of myristic acid + diglycerol)
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Function
Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR: Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating (2016/2023)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Myristate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned in CIR (monoester of myristic acid + diglycerol).
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