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CAS NUMBER |
544-63-8 |
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INCI NAME |
Myristic acid |
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DEFINITION |
Also called tetradecanoic acid, myristic acid is a fractionated saturated fatty acid that occurs naturally in certain fats and oils including nutmeg butter, coconut oil, and palm oil. Nutmeg, palm oil and coconut oil contain high levels of myristic acid. It is used as raw material in the production of emulsifiers, anionic & nonionic surfactants, ester & flavors. Saponification value 243-249. White crystalline solid. Partly soluble in water. Soluble organic solvents such as ethanol, DMSO, and acetates. |
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USAGE |
It can be used add to oil-phase of formula or in phase with surfactants. Typical use level 0.5-10%. |
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APPLICATIONS |
All kinds of personal care products including soaps, cleansing creams, lotions, hair conditioners, shaving products. |
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