Description

Myristyl Linoleate is a high-purity ester derived from myristyl alcohol and linoleic acid. This compound is valued for its excellent emollient and conditioning properties, making it a key functional ingredient in advanced personal care and cosmetic formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the cosmetics, skincare, and haircare industries for its ability to enhance product texture and skin feel.

Application

• As a premium emollient and skin-conditioning agent in moisturizing creams, lotions, and serums.
• As a hair conditioning ingredient in shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks to impart softness and manageability.
• As a texture enhancer and spreading agent in sun care products and makeup formulations.
• As a base material for creating specialized esters and derivatives in cosmetic chemistry.
• As a lubricant and plasticizer in select industrial applications requiring bio-based materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Myristyl Linoleate
CAS No.	914926-09-3
Molecular Formula	C32H60O2
Molecular Weight	476.8 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristyl Linoleate; Tetradecyl (9Z,12Z)-octadeca-9,12-dienoate; Linoleic Acid Myristyl Ester; Myristyl Ester of Linoleic Acid; Tetradecyl Linoleate; 9,12-Octadecadienoic Acid (Z,Z)-, Tetradecyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our Myristyl Linoleate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency for cosmetic and personal care applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its nature as an ester of unsaturated fatty acids, it is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	110 - 125 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	90 - 110 g I2/100g
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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