Description

Myristyl Salicylate is a high-purity organic ester compound widely recognized for its excellent UV absorption and skin-conditioning properties. This versatile ingredient is crucial for formulators seeking to enhance product performance and stability in demanding personal care applications. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the cosmetics, sunscreen, and pharmaceutical industries to create effective and elegant topical formulations.

Application

• Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen Formulations: Acts as a highly effective oil-soluble UV-B filter and photostabilizer in sun care products.
• Skin Care Products: Used in moisturizers, anti-aging creams, and lotions for its UV protection and emollient benefits.
• Color Cosmetics: Incorporated into foundations, lipsticks, and makeup to provide sun protection and improve product spreadability.
• Hair Care Products: Serves as a conditioning agent and provides UV protection for hair in shampoos, conditioners, and styling products.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Employed in medicated creams and ointments requiring photostability and skin penetration enhancement.
• After-Sun and Soothing Lotions: Provides a smooth, non-greasy feel while helping to protect and condition skin.

Basic Information

Product Name	Myristyl Salicylate
CAS No.	19666-17-2
Molecular Formula	C21H34O3
Molecular Weight	334.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; Tetradecyl salicylate; Salicylic acid myristyl ester; 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid tetradecyl ester; Octyl salicylate (C14); KAK PS; Prosal 21; Uniderm PS
EINECS	243-222-3

Quality Control

Our Myristyl Salicylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant cosmetic ingredient standards and good manufacturing practices (GMP). Comprehensive testing, including identity, assay, and impurity profiling, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Acidity (as Salicylic Acid)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.490 - 1.500
Specific Gravity (25°C)	0.990 - 1.010

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.