What is Isopropyl Myristate (IPM) used for?
Isopropyl myristate is notable for promoting the absorption of medicine and other products through the skin. It is commonly found in creams, lotions and topical medicines. It is also used as a thickening agent, emollient and moisturizer, as well as a solvent, binder and diluent in perfumes and food flavorings.
- Skin care: Isopropyl myristate is a polar emollient and is used in cosmetic and topical pharmaceutical preparations where skin absorption is desired. It is also used as a treatment for head lice. It is also in flea and tick killing products for pets.
IPM (Isopropyl Myristate) can be used to dilute aroma chemicals. It is clear and odorless. It’s used in cosmetic and topical medicinal preparations. It’s also perfect as a perfume diluent in place of other oils or alcohol.
- Isopropyl myristate (IPM) is the ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid. Isopropyl myristate is a texture enhancer, emollient and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations.
Isopropyl myristate is an emollient, it helps to strengthen the skin barrier, ensuring that moisture stays locked in. As an emollient, it also helps soften and smooth dry skin, which is why this is a great ingredient for those with dry or flaky skin.
Sihauli Chemicals Pvt. Ltd. has gained regard among the prominent manufacturers and exporters of the best-quality cosmetic raw materials. The offered products are composed using non-toxic and pure ingredients. Our offered products are highly used for their longer shelf life, accurate composition, and excellent purity.
Safety Profile of Isopropyl myristate
Isopropyl myristate
Myristic Acid is a digestible constituent of most vegetable and animal fats and is nontoxic when ingested. Following oral exposure, Butyl Myristate and Ethyl Myristate were not toxic. Dermal exposure indicated that Myristic Acid and Butyl Myristate were not irritating.
Isopropyl Myristate is classified as
- Aftershaves
- Shampoos
- Bath oils
- Antiperspirants
Isopropyl Myristate Application
- Thickening agent, emollient, and moisturizer
- Solvent, binder, and diluent in perfumes and food flavorings
- Plasticizer in hair sprays and lacquers
Chemical formula C4H9NO3
Molar mass 270.45 g/mol
Density 0.85 g/cm3
Boiling point 167°C
Technical Analysis
Specification Typical Values
Colour (APHA) white
CAS NO. 110-27-0
Density 0.85 g/cm3 at 20°C
Solubility soluble in oil and most solvents, but not soluble in water
Isopropyl myristate (IPM) is a polar skin moisturizer that helps drugs penetrate the skin.
Sihauli Chemicals is one of the leading Isopropyl Myristate (IPM)Manufacturer and Exporter form India. Sihauli Chemicals SupplyIsopropyl Myristate (IPM) to Asia, Africa, Europe, North & South America and Oceania.
Our Global Presense:
Asia: Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), China, Hong Kong (UK), Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kampuchea (Cambodia), Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Macao (Portuguese), Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam.
Europe: Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Finland, France, German Democratic Republic, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, U.S.S.R., Yugoslavia. Africa: Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Reunion (France), Seychelles, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
North America: Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, El Salvador, Greenland (Denmark), Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Mexico, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico (USA), St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, USA, Virgin Islands.
South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela.
Oceania: Australia, New Zealand, Solomon Islands, Wallis & Futuna Islands (France).
Isopropyl Myristate (IPM)
Chemical Information
PROPERTY VALUE Chemical Formula C17H34O2 Molar Mass 270.457 g·mol⁻¹ Density 0.85 g/cm³ Melting Point ~3 °C (lit.) Boiling Point 191-194°C at 20 mm IUPAC Name Propan-2-yl tetradecanoate HS Code 29157090 Technical Analysis
SPECIFICATION TYPICAL VALUES Colour (APHA) White CAS NO. 110-27-0 Solubility 0.01% (20 °C)