Density 850 kg/m³ Boiling point 167 °C | Formula C17H34O2 Molar mass 270.451 g/mol | |
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Explain what isopropyl myristate is
Isopropyl myristate is the ester of isopropanol and myristic acid.
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Uses
Isopropyl myristate is a polar emollient and is used in cosmetic and topical medicinal preparations where good absorption into the skin is desired. Isopropyl myristate is being studied as a skin enhancer. It is also used as a pesticide against head lice which works by dissolving the wax that covers the exoskeleton of head lice, killing them by dehydration.
It is used as a solvent in perfume materials.
It is the non-aqueous component of the two-phase mouthwash, Dentyl pH, where it removes bacteria from the oral cavity.
It is also used in the removal process of prosthetic make-up.
It is also used in flea and tick products for pets.
The hydrolysis of the ester from isopropyl myristate can liberate the acid and the alcohol. The acid could be responsible for decreasing of the pH value of formulations.