Isopropyl Myristate - IPM

Isopropyl Myristate is a clear, yellowish-brown liquid with a faint sweet odor. It is the ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid, both naturally occurring fatty acids. It is soluble in most organic solvents and vegetable oils. Isopropyl Myristate dissolves waxes and lanolin as well as other similar products; however, it is insoluble in water.

Product Details

Formula:

C17H34O2

CAS Number:

110-27-0

Also Known As:

IPM; Propan-2-yl tetradecanoate; Isopropyl tetradecanoate, Myristic acid isopropyl ester

Structure:

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applications:

Isopropyl Myristate is commonly used in the Personal Care and Pharmaceutical industry as an emollient, thickening agent, or lubricant. It is used in various topical applications when good absorption through the skin is desired.


Isopropyl Myristate is also used in multiple animal health care products, natural pesticide treatments, as diluent for fragrance oils, and in some ink and paint dispersion applications.

Packaging:

Steel Drum, IBC, Isotank or Bulk

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Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Clear, yellowish-brown liquid

Boiling Point, °C

315

Density, g/cm3

0.852 - 0.855

Flash Point, °C

150

Melting point, °C

3

Molecular weight, g/mol

270.45

Odor

Faint sweet odor

Purity, %

98

Refractive index, n20/D

1.434 - 1.437

We have helped multiple customers, from small end users to large Fortune 500 customers, with their Isopropyl Myristate supply requirements and can ship bulk and various packaged products to meet such needs.

Minimum order quantity 55gal drum