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Surfactant

POTASSIUM MYRISTYL ASPARTATE

CAS 267653-35-0 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A potassium salt of an aspartic-acid fatty-acid surfactant, used for gentle cleansing. Mild on skin compared to sulfates and considered low-risk in cosmetics.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild amino-acid surfactant
  • Gentle cleansing
  • Low irritation profile
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Limited dedicated safety reviews
  • Possible mild eye irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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