Product Description

ProductMyristyl Myristate
CAS3234-85-3
FormulaCH3(CH2)12COO(CH2)13CH3
SynonymTetradecanoic Acid, Tetradecyl Ester, Tetradecyl myristate

Typical Product Specifications

AppearanceWaxy solid
ColorWhite to Pale Yellow
Iodine ValueNil
Melting Point36 - 40ยบC
Acid Value, mg KOH/g3.0 max
OdorMild Characteristic
Saponification Value mg KOH/gram120 - 132
Insolubilityin water, glycerin, propylene glycol
Solubilitymin. oil, ipm, oleyl alcohol
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

Solubility: Soluble in high hydrophobic solvents such as esters, mineral oi, mineral spirits, and aromatic hydrocarbons. Dispersible in glycols, glycol ethers and glycerol.

Use: EMOLLIENT, OPACIFYING, SKIN CONDITIONING

ClassSurfactants - Esters - Ethoxylates, Green Chemicals - Eco-Friendly
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