Isopropyl Myristate

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Isopropyl Myristate

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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. Colorless oil-like liquid. No or little odor. Water-insoluble, but soluble with silicones, and hydrocarbons. Specific gravity 0.85 (at 20°C).

CAS: 110-27-0

INCI Name: Isopropyl myristate

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. Storage: Stable when kept in a closed container at a cool & dry place. For external use only.

Applications: Creams, lotions, hand creams, shampoo, shower gels, makeup removers, powders and foundations.

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

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