Description

Aluminium Myristate is the aluminium salt of myristic acid, a long-chain saturated fatty acid. This compound serves as a versatile and effective gelling agent, thickener, and stabilizer in various industrial formulations. It is particularly valued in the cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries for its ability to modify rheology and impart a smooth, non-greasy texture. Global manufacturers seeking a reliable metal soap for product consistency and performance will find this material essential.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a viscosity modifier and opacifying agent in creams, lotions, sticks (e.g., deodorants, lipsticks), and makeup products.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a gelling agent and stabilizer in topical ointments, gels, and controlled-release formulations.
• Lubricants & Greases: Functions as a thickener and anti-settling agent in specialty lubricating greases and pastes.
• Paints & Coatings: Employed as a flatting and suspending agent to control gloss and prevent pigment settling.
• Polymers & Plastics: Serves as a lubricant and acid scavenger (stabilizer) in PVC and other polymer processing.
• Waterproofing Agents: Used in formulations for textiles, papers, and construction materials to impart water-repellent properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aluminium Myristate
CAS No.	4040-50-0
Molecular Formula	C42H81AlO6
Molecular Weight	709.06 g/mol
Synonyms	Aluminum Myristate; Aluminum Tetradecanoate; Myristic Acid Aluminum Salt; Tetradecanoic Acid, Aluminum Salt; Aluminium Tetradecanoate; Aluminum Myristate (1:?); Aluminum(III) Myristate; Aluminium(III) Myristate
EINECS	223-750-5

Quality Control

Our Aluminium Myristate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and loss on drying. Our quality commitment supports compliance for applications in cosmetics (ISO 22716), pharmaceuticals, and industrial sectors.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white fine powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Al2O3 content)	9.0 - 11.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Acid Value	Contact for details
Melting Range	Contact for details

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