Cholesterol Myristate

CAS: 1989-52-2

Ref. 3D-FC61972

Product Information

• Name: Cholesterol Myristate
• Synonyms: Myristic Acid Cholesterol Ester, (3Beta)-Cholest-5-En-3-Yl Myristate, (3Beta)-Cholest-5-En-3-Yl Tetradecanoate, 5-Cholesten-3β-ol palmitate, Cholest-5-En-3-Yl Tetradecanoate, Cholest-5-en-3-ol (3β)-, 3-tetradecanoate, Cholest-5-en-3-ol (3β)-, tetradecanoate, Cholest-5-en-3β-ol palmitate, Cholesterol myristate, Cholesterol tetradecanoate, Cholesteryl Tetradecanoate, Cholestryl myristate, Myristic acid, cholesteryl ester, NSC 226867, Cholesteryl myristate

Description

Cholesterol Myristate is a fatty acid that is found in the outer membrane of cells. It has been shown to be an effective cationic surfactant and to form films at low concentrations. Cholesterol Myristate is used in the manufacture of anti-infective ointments, lotions, creams, and other skin care products. It has also been used as a film-forming polymer for cosmetic applications such as mascara and lipsticks. The phase transition temperature for cholesterol myristate is about -10°C. This means that it will not crystallize until the temperature drops below 10°C. The human serum stability of cholesterol myristate is low because the hydroxyl group interacts with water molecules, causing hydrolysis and oxidation reactions.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 597.01 g/mol
• Formula: C₄₁H₇₂O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder