AKA: 18641-59-3, Pentaerythritol, Myristic acid, Tetraester with pentaerythritol, Tetradecanoic acid, 2, 2-bis(((1-oxotetradecyl)oxy)methyl)-1, 3-propanediyl ester
WHAT IS IT? Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Origin Synthesized from pentaerythritol and myristic acid, both petroleum-derived or plant-oil-sourced chemical compounds. Produced through esterification, where myristic acid chemically bonds to pentaerythritol under catalytic conditions.
Tetradecanoic acid, 2,2-bis[(1-oxotetradecyloxy)methyl]-1,3-propanediyl ester
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
WHAT’S IT DO? Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🔬 Peer-reviewed none on file
🛡️ Safety-assessed 2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
IS IT CLEAN? Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2015
Regulatory Status
JAPAN ⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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