Octyldodecyl Myristate

Octyldodecyl Myristate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 2-Octyldodecyl myristate, 22766-83-2, Hest ODM, Pelemol 2014, Salacos 2014, Dermol 2014, Myristic acid, 2-octyldodecyl ester, Tetradecanoic acid
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
2-Octyldodecyl myristate
Formula
C34H68O2
Mol. Weight
508.90
CAS #
22766-83-2
Form
Liquid
Functions
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
Modern synthetic ester derived from myristic acid (found in coconut and palm oils), developed in the 20th century as an emollient. No traditional use as a standalone ingredient; created to provide light texture and conditioning in cosmetics.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR