Myristic acid (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

C13H27COOH; CAS No.: 544-63-8; Tetradecanoic acid

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Myristic acid, the myristic acid, is used in cosmetic formulations (see also explanations on "myristic acid"). The substance acts as emulsifier (changes the interfacial tension of liquids like water and oil so that they can be mixed together) and cleanser (cleans the body surface). The salts or esters of myristic acid are called myristates.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer