Description

Benzyl Myristate is a high-purity, synthetic ester widely recognized for its exceptional emollient and solvent properties. This versatile chemical is a key ingredient in premium personal care and cosmetic formulations, prized for its ability to impart a non-greasy, silky-smooth feel to the skin. It serves as an effective carrier and solubilizer for active ingredients, making it indispensable for manufacturers in the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking superior product performance and stability.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a primary emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, sunscreens, and makeup products.
• Fragrance & Perfumery: Serves as a solvent and fixative for fragrances, enhancing their longevity and stability.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a penetration enhancer and base material in ointments, gels, and transdermal drug delivery systems.
• Plasticizer & Lubricant: Functions as a specialty plasticizer for polymers and a lubricant in fine mechanical applications.
• Industrial Solvent: Employed as a high-boiling-point solvent in various chemical synthesis and extraction processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyl Myristate
CAS No.	31161-71-4
Molecular Formula	C21H34O2
Molecular Weight	318.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzyl tetradecanoate; Myristic acid benzyl ester; Tetradecanoic acid, phenylmethyl ester; Benzyl myristate; Benzylester kyseliny myristove; NSC 406291; FEMA No. 2141
EINECS	250-515-0

Quality Control

Our Benzyl Myristate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines for cosmetic and pharmaceutical ingredients. Comprehensive quality testing, including identity, assay, and impurity profile analysis, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	175 - 185 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4820 - 1.4860
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.940 - 0.950

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