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Magnesium Myristate is a high-quality chemical compound, categorized under CAS No. 4086-70-8, with the molecular formula C14H30MgO2 and a molecular weight of 254.This product is available in a colorless to light yellow powder form. As a leading supplier and factory in China, we provide free samples of Magnesium Myristate for your evaluation. This compound is characterized by its strong hydrophobic properties; it is insoluble in water yet shows slight solubility in cold ethanol and excellent solubility in hot oils and hot ethanol. Choose us for reliable products and services in the chemical industry

Product Description

Typical Properties
Item Specifications
Appearance A white, very fine, light, powder, greasy to touch
Loss on drying ≤6.0%
Iodine value ≤1
Free Acid ≤3.0%
Melting Point 132~138℃
Particle Size (Through 200 mesh) ≥99.0%
Heavy metals ≤0.0020%
Pb ≤0.0010%
As ≤0.0005%
Assay(MgO)% (calculate by drying) 8.2~8.9%
Assay(Mg)% 4.9~5.4%
Product Description
Magnesium Myristate (also known as Magnesium Tetradecanoate) is a high-performance metallic soap used as a cosmetic and industrial auxiliary. Defined by its core characteristics of slippery skin feel, strong adhesion, and excellent hydrophobicity, it serves as a key multifunctional ingredient in the fields of color cosmetics, powder processing, and pharmaceuticals.
Main Application Areas
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Cosmetics (Primary Application)
💄 Powder Compacts / Loose Powder / Face Powder
Usage: 2%~5% (for pressed powder), 5%~10% (for loose powder).
Function: Binder, anti-caking agent, provides slip, and improves makeup longevity.
✨ Eyeshadow / Blush / Highlighter
Function: Enhances color payoff and adhesion, provides water resistance, and ensures a smooth, easy-to-blend texture.
🧴 Foundation / Concealer (Creams / Sticks)
Function: Improves spreadability, provides a matte oil-control finish, and ensures waterproof, long-lasting wear.
👁️ Mascara / Eyeliner
Function: Waterproofing, anti-smudging, and increases the smoothness of the paste.
🌸 Solid Perfume / Antiperspirant Sticks
Function: Solidifying agent (structuring) and provides a lubricious skin feel.
2
Pharmaceutical Industry
💊 Tablets & Capsules
Used as a lubricant and glidant for tablets and capsules. It functions similarly to Magnesium Stearate but offers superior slip.
Improves the glossy appearance of pills and reduces sticking to punches (sticking).
3
Other Industrial Applications
🔩 Plastics / Rubber
Internal and external lubricants, mold release agents.
🎨 Coatings / Inks
Matting agents, abrasion-resistant agents, and hand feel improvers.
⚙️ Metal Powder Metallurgy
Molding lubricants.
4
Recommended Dosage (Cosmetics)
Application Recommended Dosage
Loose Powder / Face Powder 5.0% ~ 10.0%
Pressed Powder / Eyeshadow / Blush 2.0% ~ 5.0%
Creams / Foundation 1.0% ~ 3.0%
Mascara / Eyeliner 1.0% ~ 4.0%
Package & Storage
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Package
20 kg / bag
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Storage
Stored in a sealed container in a cool, dry warehouse
Frequently Asked Questions
Q What is Magnesium Myristate and how is it different from Magnesium Stearate?
Magnesium Myristate (Magnesium Tetradecanoate) is a metallic soap derived from myristic acid (C14), while Magnesium Stearate is derived from stearic acid (C18). Magnesium Myristate offers a superior slip feel and better adhesion, making it particularly preferred in color cosmetics and high-performance powder formulations.
Q What is the recommended usage level of Magnesium Myristate in pressed powder formulations?
For pressed powder and eyeshadow/blush formulations, the recommended dosage is 2.0%~5.0%. For loose powder and face powder, a higher level of 5.0%~10.0% is typically used to achieve optimal binding and slip performance.
Q Is Magnesium Myristate safe for use in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals?
Yes. Magnesium Myristate meets strict quality standards with heavy metal content well below safety limits (Heavy metals ≤0.0020%, Pb ≤0.0010%, As ≤0.0005%). It is widely accepted as a safe ingredient in both cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications worldwide.
Q What are the key functional benefits of Magnesium Myristate in color cosmetics?
Magnesium Myristate provides several key benefits in color cosmetics: excellent adhesion to skin, a silky and smooth skin feel, strong water resistance and waterproofing, improved color payoff, anti-caking properties in powder products, and enhanced makeup longevity.
Q How should Magnesium Myristate be stored to maintain its quality?
Magnesium Myristate should be stored in a sealed container in a cool, dry warehouse away from moisture and direct sunlight. Proper sealing prevents moisture absorption and maintains the product's fine powder properties and performance over time.
Q Can Magnesium Myristate be used in industrial applications beyond cosmetics?
Yes. Beyond cosmetics, Magnesium Myristate is used in the pharmaceutical industry as a lubricant and glidant for tablets and capsules. It also finds application in plastics and rubber as a lubricant and mold release agent, in coatings and inks as a matting and abrasion-resistant agent, and in metal powder metallurgy as a molding lubricant.

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