Myristyl Acetate

Myristyl Acetate

AKA “Tetradecyl acetate, 1-Tetradecanol, acetate, Tetradecanol acetate, 1-acetate, EINECS 211-344-8, AI3-11586”

Synthetic

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Ingredient Facts

Myristyl acetate

AKA: Tetradecyl acetate, 1-Tetradecanol, Tetradecanol acetate, 1-acetate, EINECS 211-344-8, AI3-11586

Synthetic · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

A lightweight emollient that softens and smooths skin, leaving it feeling silky without a greasy residue.

Formula

C16H32O2

Mol. Weight

256.42

CAS #

638-59-5

Form

Wax

Plant-Derived

Synthetic. Myristyl acetate is derived from myristic acid, a saturated fatty acid typically sourced from coconut or palm oil. It is synthesized through esterification of myristic acid with acetic anhydride or acetic acid.

Function

Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Viscosity Controlling

Benefits

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Synthetic ester derived from myristic acid and acetic acid, developed in the 20th century for use in fragrances and as an emollient in cosmetics; no traditional use.