Isopropyl myristate
Alias
Myristic acid, isopropyl ester
Tetradecanoic acid, 1-methylethyl ester
Tetradecanoic acid, isopropyl ester
Category
Non-ionic surfactants-Esters
CAS No.
110-27-0
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C17H34O2
Molecular Weight: 270.45
Structural Formula

Properties
Appearance: colorless liquid.
Solubility: slightly soluble in water.
Stability: stable. at strong acid, strong alkali, easily hydrolyzed.
Risk: irritation, irritation to skin, eye.
Animal toxicity[1]: rat oral LDLo: >16000mg/Kg;
mouse oral LD50: 49700mg/Kg;
rabbit skin LD50: 5000mg/Kg
Ecology: may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability: biodegradable.
Characteristics: excellent dispersing, emulsifying, lubricating, solubilizing abilities.
Synthesis
Quality standards & test methods
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physical and chemical indexes
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test methods
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actives*, %, ≥
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95
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Major Uses
Use as lubricant.
Use as emulsifying agent, emulsion stabilizer.
Emollient, conditioning agent, water retaining agent, solvent in personal care products. good compatibility with skin.
Use as plasticizer.
Manufacturers
References
[1]:http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/:110-27-0
Update: 20141025(1);