Potassium myristate

Potassium myristate (CAS 13429-27-1), also known commercially as potassium tetradecanoate and marketed under the trade name Nonsoul MK 1, is a potassium soap derived from myristic acid.

Where is Potassium myristate used?

• Personal care: lather builder and oil emulsifier in liquid soaps, shaving creams and cleansing formulations
• Textile and leather: scouring and degreasing agent removing natural fats and process oils before dyeing or finishing
• Paper: surface treatment and sizing aid with controlled foam and dispersing action
• Food: emulsifier and foam control agent in processed food systems
• It functions primarily as a surfactant, delivering emulsification, foam generation and degreasing.

Good to know: Technical-grade material is standard for textile, leather and industrial cleaning; food-grade specifications are available for food and nutrition applications.

Commercial specifications

• Buyers should confirm active content and pH specification for formulation-critical end uses