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Isopropyl myristate

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

Isopropyl tetradecanoate, Myristic acid isopropyl ester

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Linear Formula:
CH3(CH2)12COOCH(CH3)2
CAS Number:
110-27-0
Molecular Weight:
270.45
Beilstein:
1781127
MDL number:
MFCD00008982
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
329750202
NACRES:
NA.24

grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

isopropyl myristate

form

liquid

manufacturer/tradename

USP

refractive index

n20/D 1.434 (lit.)

bp

193 °C/20 mmHg (lit.)

mp

~3 °C (lit.)

density

0.85 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

SMILES string

CCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC(C)C

InChI

1S/C17H34O2/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-17(18)19-16(2)3/h16H,4-15H2,1-3H3

InChI key

AXISYYRBXTVTFY-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Isopropyl myristate is a fatty acid ester that is used in biologic formulations primarily as a solvent and penetration enhancer. It is instrumental in improving the absorption and bioavailability of poorly soluble biologic compounds. Its inclusion in transdermal formulations aids in the delivery of drugs across biological membranes, making it a valuable component in the development of biologics for topical administration.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

This product is part of USP Biologics Program.
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pha
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
Sales restrictions may apply.

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

awg

Flash Point(F)

>302.0 °F

Flash Point(C)

> 150 °C

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