CAS 110-27-0
Isopropyl Myristate
CAS 110-27-0C17H34O2270.5 g/mol
Isopropyl Myristate, also known as Propan-2-yl Tetradecanoate, is a key ingredient primarily used in the cosmetics and personal care industry. It functions as a solvent, moisturizer, and skin penetration enhancer, playing a crucial role in formulating creams and lotions that require a light feel. Its liquid form and favorable solubility properties allow for versatile applications in various formulations, making it a preferred choice among manufacturers for enhancing product performance.
Main applicationCosmetic formulations — acts as a moisturizer and solvent for creams and lotions
Isopropyl Myristate is significant in the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals sectors due to its ability to enhance the delivery of active ingredients through the skin. Its unique properties make it an essential component in creating high-quality formulations that meet consumer demands for effective and pleasant-to-use products.
Also known as
- ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE
- Isopropyl tetradecanoate
- Isomyst
- Estergel
- Bisomel
- Deltyl Extra
- Kesscomir
- Promyr
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in bulk liquid containers or smaller packaging options as required.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 110-27-0
- Chemical formula
- C17H34O2
- Molecular weight
- 270.5 g/mol
- Grade
- Industrial grade
- Appearance
- Clear, colourless liquid
- Density
- 0.8532 g/cm³
- Density
- 0.8532 g/cm³
- Boiling Point
- 192 °C
- Melting Point
- 3 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in acetone, ethyl acetate, and various organic solvents
Isopropyl Myristate is an ester derived from myristic acid and isopropanol, with a molecular formula of C17H34O2 and a molecular weight of 270.5 g/mol. This liquid compound displays a density of approximately 0.8532 g/cm³ at 20 °C. It is characterized by its solubility in a range of organic solvents, including acetone and toluene, while being insoluble in water. When purchasing Isopropyl Myristate, buyers should ensure they specify desired quantities and verify the product's purity, typically essential for cosmetic applications.
Delivery
Isopropyl Myristate is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Cosmetic formulations — acts as a moisturizer and solvent for creams and lotions
- Pharmaceuticals — used as a skin penetration enhancer in topical treatments
- Personal care products — common in sunscreens and serums to improve skin feel
- Research applications — utilized in laboratories for various solvent needs
- Industrial formulations — serves as an emulsifier and solvent in various products
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Enhances skin absorption of active ingredients, improving product effectiveness
- Provides a light, non-greasy feel in cosmetic applications
- Versatile solvent for a wide range of formulations, facilitating easier product development
- Stable under a variety of conditions, ensuring longer shelf life of products
- Improves product texture and application ease, appealing to consumers
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Isopropyl Myristate?
The CAS registry number for Isopropyl Myristate is 110-27-0. Its chemical formula is C17H34O2, with a molecular weight of 270.5 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Isopropyl Myristate?
Isopropyl Myristate is also referred to as ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE, Isopropyl tetradecanoate, Isomyst, Estergel, Bisomel and Deltyl Extra. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Isopropyl Myristate is supplied?
Isopropyl Myristate is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Isopropyl Myristate look like?
Isopropyl Myristate is described as clear, colourless liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Isopropyl Myristate used for?
Common applications include cosmetic formulations — acts as a moisturizer and solvent for creams and lotions, pharmaceuticals — used as a skin penetration enhancer in topical treatments, personal care products — common in sunscreens and serums to improve skin feel, research applications — utilized in laboratories for various solvent needs and industrial formulations — serves as an emulsifier and solvent in various products. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Isopropyl Myristate?
Isopropyl Myristate is supplied to the Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Cleaning & Detergents and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Isopropyl Myristate available in?
Available in bulk liquid containers or smaller packaging options as required. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 8042pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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