Myristyl Myristate

Myristyl Myristate

Item No. ELL-MYRMYS-01
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Description
Description
Non-greasy solid emollient is the ester of myristyl alcohol & myristic acid. Enhances esthetic properties of skin care products, gives more body & spreadability. Melting point (~38°C/100°F).
Benefits
  • Increases the body of creams and lotions
  • Imparts a soft, slightly waxy after feel
  • Acts as superfatting agent for soaps and lubricant for shaving creams
  • Can be used as co-conditioner for hair care products and as emollient for skin care and makeup products
  • Suitable for use across a wide pH range
  • Compatible with anionic, nonionic and cationic surfactants
Use
Add to oil phase of formulas, usual final concentration 1-10%. For external use only.
Applications
Soaps, creams, makeup, lotions, hair conditioners, shaving products.
CAS
3234-85-3
INCI
Myristyl myristate
composition
Myristyl myristate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
White pastille or flakes, fatty odor
Solubility
Oil-soluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Coconut oil and palm kernel oil
Manufacture
Myristyl myristate fatty acids are produced by a multi-step process involving heating including a catalyst, steaming, bleaching, drying and filtration.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
Not tested for GMO materials
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2915905000