ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE (IPM), 99%

Parameter	Attribute
Isopropyl myristate	Tetradecanoic acid 1-methylethyl ester, myristic acid and isopropanol ester, IPM, rubbing alcohol, tetradecanoic acid 2-propyl ester, 2-propyl tetradecanoate, DUB IPM
Formula	C17H34O2
Structure
IUPAC	Propan-2-yl tetradecanoate
INCI	ISOPROPYL MYRISTATE
CAS	110-27-0
Molar mass	270,457 g/mol
Density	0,85 g/cm3 (20 °C)
Solubility	Miscible with water, benzene, chloroform, ethanol, ether, glycerin. Soluble in acetone.

Isopropyl myristate is known for promoting the absorption of medicines and other products through the skin. It is commonly found in creams, lotions and topical medicines. It is also used as a thickener, emollient and humectant, solvent, binder and diluent in perfumes and food flavorings.

Solvent. IPM plays a key role in the dissolution of lanolin. Mixtures containing up to 50 % lanolin in isopropyl myristate remain stable non-viscous liquids at room temperature. The oil is therefore used as a solvent and penetrant in anhydrous skin lotions with high lanolin content. Isopropyl myristate is used as a solvent for varnishes and paints, since the formulations used in the manufacture of paints and varnishes consist of many different organic substances.

In cosmetics, isopropyl myristate (also known as rubbing alcohol) is derived from isopropanol and myristic acid (a fatty acid naturally present in coconut and palm oils). It is a very mild emollient that can be used as a carrier oil in a variety of applications. Isopropyl myristate is included in formulations to dramatically reduce the sensation of greasiness and/or heaviness; it is excellent in formulations with a high content of butters known for their heavier skin feel (e.g. shea). Isopropyl myristate is also an excellent mild skin softener and can be included in recipes as an alternative to liquid carrier oil for lighter and faster absorption. Isopropyl myristate can also be used to thicken cosmetic preparations. In higher concentrations it can also be used in products such as make-up removers. It is commonly found in products such as: creams, lotions, hand creams, shampoos, shower gels, make-up removers, powders and make-up foundations. Application rates range from 1 to 20%. Its main functions (INCI):

• Binding agent : Allows different cosmetic ingredients to adhere together.
• Emollient : Softens and smooths the skin
• Masking : Reduces or suppresses the odor or main flavor of the product
• Fragrance: used in the manufacture of perfumes and aromatic raw materials

Percentage of ingredients of natural origin according to ISO 16128: 78 %.

Ecocert® certified.

In the paint industry, IPM is used as a base and or solvent in the manufacture of writing instruments containing liquid or gel ink.

In medicine, isopropyl myristate is used in topical pharmaceutical preparations where it is desired to be absorbed into the skin. It is also used as a treatment for head lice. IPM is a very effective remedy for head lice as a non-systemic agent. It works by dissolving the wax covering the exoskeleton of the head lice, causing the insects to die due to dehydration (water loss). One lesser known property of isopropyl myristate is its ability to inhibit the growth of oral bacteria. This compound is used by many manufacturers of oral hygiene products such as mouthwashes. It is used to remove bacteria from the oral cavity as a non-aqueous component of two-phase mouthwashes.

In veterinary medicine, isopropyl myristate can be found in products for pets that kill fleas and ticks. It can also be found in ear cleaning products to dissolve wax build-up without drying out the skin of the animal's ear.

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