Magnesium myristate
CAS 4086-70-8
EC 223-817-6
Formula C14H28O2.1/2Mg
MW 479.03 g/mol
Oils, Fats & Waxes Personal Care & CosmeticsPharmaceuticals & HealthcarePlastics & Polymers LubricationPlasticizer & SoftenerRheology Modification
Description
Magnesium myristate (CAS 4086-70-8, EC 223-817-6) is the magnesium salt of myristic acid, also known as magnesium tetradecanoate or magnesium bis(tetradecanoate), and marketed under trade names such as Satinex. It carries no assigned E-code and is classified under salts and minerals.
In cosmetic and pharmaceutical tablet manufacturing, magnesium myristate functions as a dry lubricant, reducing friction between powder particles and die walls during compaction to improve tablet ejection and surface finish. In polymer processing, it acts as a plasticizer and rheology modifier, lowering melt viscosity and improving flow characteristics during extrusion or moulding.
Magnesium myristate is available in grades suited to personal care, pharmaceutical, and polymer applications, and is subject to REACH registration requirements for supply within the EU. Procurement teams should confirm grade-specific compliance documentation, including any Ph.Eur. or FCC alignment, and verify packaging formats directly with the supplier.
In cosmetic and pharmaceutical tablet manufacturing, magnesium myristate functions as a dry lubricant, reducing friction between powder particles and die walls during compaction to improve tablet ejection and surface finish. In polymer processing, it acts as a plasticizer and rheology modifier, lowering melt viscosity and improving flow characteristics during extrusion or moulding.
Magnesium myristate is available in grades suited to personal care, pharmaceutical, and polymer applications, and is subject to REACH registration requirements for supply within the EU. Procurement teams should confirm grade-specific compliance documentation, including any Ph.Eur. or FCC alignment, and verify packaging formats directly with the supplier.
Physical Properties
| Log P | 6.091 (est) |
Other Names
magnesium bis(tetradecanoate)SatinexMagnesium tetradecanoateMyristic acid, magnesium saltDimyristic acid magnesium salt
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