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Isopropyl Myristate (Cosmetic & Candle Grade)
Isopropyl Myristate (Cosmetic & Candle Grade)
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Ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid (vegetable-derived). Low viscosity fluid non-greasy emollient, tolerates wide pH range, compatible with most surfactants. Thanks to its low viscosity and density, it has a high spreadability. Colourless oil-like liquid. No or little odour. Water-insoluble, but soluble with silicones, and hydrocarbons.
Specifications, Usage & Handling
Specifications, Usage & Handling
Specifications:
-Raw material source: Vegetable oils (myristic acid) and isopropanol
-Manufacture: Isopropyl myristate is produced by distillation, which is preceded by the esterification of myristic acid and isopropanol, alkali refined to neutralize the catalyst.
-Specific gravity 0.85 (at 20°C)
-Appearance: Clear Liquid
Ingredients:
INCI: Isopropyl Myristate
CAS: 110-27-0
Recommended Usage Rate: Lotions and creams 2-5% and bath oils 30-40%
Formulation Guide: -Cosmetic Formulations: Add to oil phase of formulations.
-Candle Making: Many fragrances can face throw issues with pure soy wax candles. In this case we recommend using a blend of soy and beeswax/sunflower wax for better throw. You can also blend the fragrance with Isopropyl Myristate (IPM) or Dipropylene Glycol (DPG) fixative in 1:1 ratio before adding the same to same to the wax. Usage of fragrance oils for candles is 5%-8% depending on preference.
Shelf Life: 2 Years
Storage Guidelines: Store in the same container as received in a cool, dry place; away from sunlight.
Caution: This is a cosmetic & candle-grade product. Not suitable for internal consumption. This product is not recommended for direct skin application. It needs to be added to formulations in the prescribed percentage (as above). Batch Production Testing and Patch skin Testing of the end products are recommended for all formulations before mass production/application/usage.
Applications, Features & Benefits
Applications, Features & Benefits
Applications: Creams, lotions, hand creams, shampoo, shower gels, makeup removers, powders, foundations & Candle Making as a fixative.
Features: -Animal Testing: Not animal tested
-GMO: GMO free (does not contain plant-derived components)
-Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components
Benefits: -Superior emollient for non-greasy bath, body and baby oils
-Lubricant and compression aid for pressed powders
-Light & non-tacky emollient for creams and lotions.
-Readily absorbed by the skin
-When used at high concentrations it gently lifts makeup and surface dirt
-Gives gloss and shine to hair
-Resistant to oxidation (does not become rancid)
-Widely used as diluent and fixative for fragrance oils.
Shipping, Packaging & Dispatch Information
Shipping, Packaging & Dispatch Information
Packaging:
HDPE Reagent Bottles
Dispatch Estimate:
- In Stock: 2-3 working days
- Pre-Order: 12-14 working days
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Taxes & Legal Information
Taxes & Legal Information
This product price is inclusive of 18%514287000000074413 GST. Input Tax Credit is available for Indian GST registred customers.
Return, Refund, Exchange & Cancellation Policy
Return, Refund, Exchange & Cancellation Policy
-Goods once shipped are not eligible for alteration, return, exchange & cancellation.
-Any product with physical defects/damage need to be notified to us before usage with an unboxing video. No replacements/refunds will be made after usage and without an unboxing video.
-In case of pre-order items the order cancellation/alteration requests cannot be processed after 24 hours of order being placed.
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