Potassium Myristoyl Glutamate

AKA: Amisoft MK-11, 72716-26-8, Monopotassium N-myristoyl-L-glutamate, N-Myristoylglutamate mono-potassium salt, L-Glutamic acid, Monopotassium salt, Potassium salt (1:1)
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
OriginSynthesized from myristic acid (a saturated fatty acid) and the amino acid glutamic acid derivatives. Produced through esterification and potassium salt formation of myristoyl glutamate compounds.
L-Glutamic acid, N-(1-oxotetradecyl)-, monopotassium salt
Formula
C19H34KNO5
Mol. Weight
395.60
CAS #
72716-26-8
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Removes Impurities
Conditions Hair
Removes dirt and impurities
Softens and detangles hair
The paper trail
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR
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