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Ppg-3 Myristyl Ether
Ppg-3 Myristyl Ether
Low concern
CIR Expert Panel concluded that 131 alkyl PEG/PPG ethers, including PPG-3 myristyl ether, are safe in current cosmetic practices when formulated to be non-irritating. Residual ethylene/propylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane impurities should be controlled by manufacturers.
Found in
18 products
What it is
A polypropylene glycol (PPG) ether of myristyl alcohol; a synthetic emollient/solvent.
Cosmetic emollient and skin-conditioning agent; not used in food.
Why it's flagged
- potential 1,4-dioxane impurity if manufacturing controls are inadequate
What regulators actually say
"Alkyl PEG/PPG ethers are safe in the present practices of use and concentration in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cosmetic ingredient; not a food additive
European Union — EFSA
Cosmetic ingredient under EU Cosmetics Regulation
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