Synonym(s)
CAS number: 3234-85-3; Myristic acid myristylester; Myristylmyristate; Tetradecyl myristate
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"Myristyl" means an organic residue derived from myristyl alcohol, "myristate" means ester/salt of myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid). Myristyl myristate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple) and as a skin care product.
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