Isopropyl Myristate
(IPM) is a clear, colorless, low-viscosity ester widely used in the fragrance, perfume, cosmetic, personal-care and industrial formulation industries. It is produced from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid and is valued for its excellent spreading properties, lightweight skin feel and solvent characteristics.
In fragrance applications, IPM can function as a carrier, solvent and diluent for perfume compositions. Its low-viscosity nature helps improve handling and application while providing a smooth, non-greasy character in suitable formulations.
For cosmetic and personal-care products, Isopropyl Myristate is commonly used as an emollient and spreading agent, helping formulations feel lighter and spread more easily across the skin.
Key Features
- Clear to slightly colorless liquid
- Low viscosity
- Excellent spreading properties
- Lightweight, smooth feel
- Good solvent/carrier properties
- Useful in fragrance and cosmetic formulations
- Helps improve application and product texture
- Suitable for professional formulation applications
- Widely used in perfume and personal-care industries
Technical Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Isopropyl Myristate |
| Abbreviation | IPM |
| Chemical Name | Isopropyl Tetradecanoate |
| CAS Number | 110-27-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₇H₃₄O₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 270.45 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor | Mild / characteristic |
| Type | Fatty-acid ester |
| Function | Emollient, carrier, solvent, spreading agent |
| Applications | Fragrance, perfume, cosmetics, personal care and industrial formulations |
Specifications can vary according to grade and supplier; always refer to the product’s current COA/SDS for batch-specific specifications.
Applications
1. Perfume & Fragrance Industry
Isopropyl Myristate is useful as a carrier and solvent in selected fragrance formulations. It can help with dilution, handling and application of fragrance materials.
2. Cosmetic Formulations
Used as a lightweight emollient and spreading agent in formulations such as creams, lotions and other personal-care products.
3. Personal Care
Its smooth spreading characteristics make IPM useful in products where a lighter, less greasy skin feel is desired.
4. Fragrance Compounds
IPM can be incorporated into suitable fragrance compounds when a low-viscosity carrier is required.
5. Industrial Formulations
Depending on grade and formulation requirements, IPM is also used as a solvent/carrier in various industrial applications.
Benefits of Isopropyl Myristate
Lightweight Feel: Provides a smooth, light sensory profile compared with heavier oily materials.
Excellent Spreadability: Helps formulations spread easily over surfaces and skin.
Low Viscosity: Easy to process, blend and handle.
Versatile Carrier: Useful for dissolving or carrying selected fragrance and formulation ingredients.
Good Formulation Compatibility: Can be incorporated into many oil-based and cosmetic systems, subject to compatibility testing.
Isopropyl Myristate for Perfume Making
IPM is particularly useful when a formulator needs a light, low-viscosity carrier for fragrance materials. It is not itself a perfume fragrance; rather, it serves a formulation function.
For perfume and fragrance compounds, the appropriate level depends on the fragrance concentrate, intended application, required strength, solubility and final product format. Compatibility and stability testing should be performed before commercial production.
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