AKA: 142-58-5, N-(2-HYDROXYETHYL)TETRADECANAMIDE, N-myristoylethanolamine, Tetradecanamide, Comperlan MM, Schercomid MME, Loramine MY 228, Myristyl monoethanolamide, Myristoyl monoethanolamide
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the ethanolamides listed subsequently are safe in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating. The Expert Panel cautioned that these ingredients should not be used in cosmetic products in which N-nitroso compounds may be formed...Myristamide MEA
Formula
C16H33NO2
Mol. Weight
271.44
CAS #
142-58-5
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid; Other Solid
Functions
Antistatic
Foam Boosting
Viscosity Controlling
Reduces Static
Boosts Lather
Controls Viscosity
Enhances lather
Reduces flyaways
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthetic surfactant derived from myristic acid and monoethanolamine, developed in the mid-20th century for use in shampoos and body wash products; no traditional use.