murphyDEA-Myristate
AKA: Diethanolamine myristate, Myristic acid, Diethanolamine salt, DEA-MYRISTATE [INCI], 53404-39-0
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDEA-Myristate is synthesized from diethanolamine (DEA) and myristic acid, both petroleum-derived or plant-derived fatty acid sources. It is produced through an esterification reaction between diethanolamine and myristic acid under controlled conditions.
Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium myristate
Formula
C18H39NO4
Mol. Weight
333.50
CAS #
53404-39-0
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
Restricted By
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2017
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR