Is Isopropyl Myristate vegetarian?
Isopropyl Myristate
Isopropyl Myristate is the ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid. It is a colorless, odorless liquid commonly used as an emollient in pharmaceutical and cosmetic preparations, produced synthetically or from plant-derived fatty acids.
| Also known as | Isopropylis myristas, Tetradecanoic acid, isopropyl ester |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Isopropyl Myristate |
| CAS number | 110-27-0 |
| EC number | 203-751-4 |
| CosIng ID | 34699 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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