Calcium Myristate

AKA: Calcium tetradecanoate, Myristic acid, Calcium salt, TETRADECANOIC ACID, CALCIUM SALT, Tetradecanoic acid, Calcium salt (2:1), E-470(I)MYRISTIC ACID, CALICIUM SALT
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from myristic acid and calcium salts, belonging to the fatty acid salt compound family. Synthesized through esterification or saponification of myristic acid with calcium hydroxide or calcium oxide.
Calcium myristate
Formula
C28H54CaO4
Mol. Weight
494.80
CAS #
15284-51-2
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Anticaking
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Viscosity Controlling
Surfactant Cleansing
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Antimicrobial
Lifts away dirt and oil
Prevents clumping
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed0 reviews
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2010
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR