Description

2-Hydroxyethyl Myristate is a high-purity fatty acid ester derived from myristic acid and ethylene glycol. This compound serves as a versatile and effective emollient, solvent, and coupling agent, prized for its excellent skin feel and compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic and pharmaceutical ingredients. It is a critical raw material for formulators in the personal care, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to create stable, luxurious-feeling products.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, sunscreens, and makeup products.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a solubilizer and penetration enhancer in ointments, gels, and transdermal drug delivery systems.
• Industrial Lubricants & Release Agents: Functions as a biodegradable lubricant base and mold release agent in plastic and rubber manufacturing.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chemical intermediate and a building block for synthesizing more complex esters and surfactants.
• Plasticizer: Imparts flexibility and workability as a secondary plasticizer in select polymer applications.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a softening and conditioning agent in fabric and leather treatment formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxyethyl Myristate
CAS No.	22122-18-5
Molecular Formula	C16H32O3
Molecular Weight	272.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethylene Glycol Monomyristate; Glycol Myristate; Myristic Acid 2-Hydroxyethyl Ester; 2-Hydroxyethyl Tetradecanoate; Ethanol, 2-(1-oxotetradecyl)oxy]-; Tetradecanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxyethyl Ester; Monomyristin; Kessco EGMS (Myristate Grade)
EINECS	244-783-2

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxyethyl Myristate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards and consistent performance for your formulations. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports compliance with relevant guidelines for cosmetic and pharmaceutical excipient applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	200 - 210 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	190 - 210 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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