Ethyl Myristate
AKA “Ethyl tetradecanoate, Tetradecanoic acid, ethyl ester, Myristic acid ethyl ester, Myristic acid, FEMA No. 2445, NSC-8917”
Fatty Acid
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Ingredient Facts
Ethyl myristate
AKA: Ethyl tetradecanoate, Tetradecanoic acid, Ethyl ester, Myristic acid ethyl ester, Myristic acid, FEMA No. 2445, NSC-8917
Fatty Acid · Perfuming | Skin Conditioning - Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Fatty Acid
Clean
A lightweight conditioning agent that softens skin and helps lock in moisture, with subtle fragrance properties.
Solubility Slightly soluble in ether
Formula
C16H32O2
Mol. Weight
256.42
CAS #
124-06-1
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from myristic acid and ethanol, both commonly sourced from coconut or palm oils. Synthesized through esterification, combining myristic acid with ethanol using acid catalysts.
Function
Perfuming | Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created through esterification of myristic acid in the early 20th century. Used in cosmetics as an emollient and thickening agent mimicking natural fatty acid properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR