Ethyl Myristate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Ethyl tetradecanoate, 124-06-1, Tetradecanoic acid, Ethyl ester, Myristic acid ethyl ester, Myristic acid, FEMA No. 2445
Synthetic
Emollient
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
Ethyl myristate is a long-chain fatty acid ethyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of myristic acid with the hydroxy group of ethanol.
Solubility Slightly soluble in ether
Formula
C16H32O2
Mol. Weight
256.42
CAS #
124-06-1
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic ester created through esterification of myristic acid in the early 20th century. Used in cosmetics as an emollient and thickening agent mimicking natural fatty acid properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR