Myristyl Acetate

AKA: Tetradecyl acetate, 638-59-5, 1-Tetradecanol, Tetradecanol acetate, 1-acetate, AI3-11586
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginMyristyl acetate is derived from myristic acid, a saturated fatty acid typically sourced from coconut or palm oil. It is synthesized through esterification of myristic acid with acetic anhydride or acetic acid.
Tetradecyl acetate has been reported in Lophyra flexuosa, Angelica archangelica, and other organisms with data available.
Formula
C16H32O2
Mol. Weight
256.42
CAS #
638-59-5
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
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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 2012
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR