Isopropyl Myristate

Isopropyl Myristate

Item No. ELL-ISOMYR-01
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Description
Description

Ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid (vegetable-derived). Low viscosity fluid non-greasy emollient, tolerates wide pH range, compatible with most surfactants. Thanks to its low viscosity and density, it has a high spreadability. Specific gravity 0.85 (at 20°C).

Benefits
  • Superior emollient for non-greasy bath, body and baby oils
  • Lubricant and compression aid for pressed powders
  • Light & non-tacky emollient for creams and lotions. Readily adsorbed by the skin
  • When used at high concentrations it gently lifts makeup and surface dirt
  • Gives gloss and shine to hair
  • Resistant to oxidation (does not become rancid)
  • Widely used as diluent for fragrance oils.
Use
Can be added to formulas as is, add to oil phase. Typical use level 1-20%. Required HLB: 11.5. For external use only.
Applications
Creams, lotions, hand creams, shampoo, shower gels, makeup removers, powders and foundations.
CAS
110-27-0
INCI
Isopropyl myristate
composition
Isopropyl myristate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Colorless oil-like liquid, odorless
Solubility
Water-insoluble, but soluble with silicones, and hydrocarbons
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Vegetable oils (myristic acid) and isopropanol
Manufacture
Isopropyl myristate is produced by distillation, which is preceded by the esterification of myristic acid and isopropanol, alkali refined to neutralize the catalyst.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2712900000