OriginDerived from myristic acid, a saturated fatty acid found in coconut and palm kernel oils. Synthesized through esterification of myristic acid with methanol using acid catalysts.
Methyl tetradecanoate is a fatty acid methyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of tetradecanoic acid (myristic acid) with methanol. It has a role as a flavouring agent, a fragrance and a plant metabolite. It is functionally related to a tetradecanoic acid.
Solubility Insol in water; miscible in ethyl alcohol, ether, acetone
Formula
C15H30O2
Mol. Weight
242.40
CAS #
124-10-7
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
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.
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