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Myreth-3 Myristate

CAS 59686-68-9 · Formula C34H68O5 · MW 556.9 g/mol

An ethoxylated fatty ester that conditions and emulsifies in personal-care formulations. It is used as an emollient and nonionic surfactant in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

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CAS Number
59686-68-9
Formula
C34H68O5
Molecular Weight
556.9 g/mol
Material Family
Esters
At a Glance
Material Family
Esters
Record Type
UVCB
Primary Role
Emolliency
Solubility
Insoluble in water; soluble in oils (typical)
Functional Roles
MYRETH-3 MYRISTATE
SKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - CLEANSING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Emollient: Conditions and softens skin in personal-care formulations.
  • Surfactant: Nonionic surfactant and co-emulsifier in cosmetic systems.
  • Texture: Contributes to spreadability and skin feel in emulsions.
Physical Properties
appearance
Clear, pale-yellow oily liquid (typical)
physical_form
Liquid (typical)
odor
Faint, characteristic (typical)
solubility
Insoluble in water; soluble in oils (typical)
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
59686-68-9
Molecular Formula
C34H68O5
Molecular Weight
556.9 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2-[2-(2-tetradecoxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethyl tetradecanoate
INCI Name
MYRETH-3 MYRISTATE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
NNSTUHMKYNCMHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
PEG-3 Myristyl Ether Myristate Myreth-3 Myristate (INCI) Cetiol 1414E Liponate 143M Standamul 1414E Lanol 14 M Unimul-1414EW
Full Description

Myreth-3 myristate (CAS 78560-44-8) is an ethoxylated fatty ester (PEG-3 myristyl ether myristate). It is used as an emollient and nonionic surfactant in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is myreth-3 myristate?

Myreth-3 myristate (CAS 78560-44-8) is an ethoxylated fatty ester (PEG-3 myristyl ether myristate) used as an emollient and nonionic surfactant/co-emulsifier in cosmetic and personal-care formulations, where it contributes to spreadability and skin feel. We supply it in bulk to personal-care formulators.

What is myreth-3 myristate used for in formulations?

It functions as an emollient, a nonionic surfactant, and a co-emulsifier in cosmetic emulsions, and it modifies texture and slip in creams and lotions. It is supplied as a raw material for personal-care and cosmetic manufacturers.

What is the CAS number for myreth-3 myristate?

Myreth-3 myristate carries CAS 78560-44-8. It is an ethoxylated (PEG-3) ester of myristyl alcohol and myristic acid. Identity and specification are confirmed on the CoA supplied with each lot.

What grades and bulk packaging are available for myreth-3 myristate?

We supply myreth-3 myristate in drums, pails, and bulk for personal-care manufacturing. Specification and CoA details are confirmed at quotation. Contact us with your application and volume for a bulk quote.

What is the cost of bulk myreth-3 myristate?

Bulk pricing depends on grade, packaging, volume, and market conditions. Request a quote with your target quantity and ship-to location for current pricing and lead time.

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