Isopropyl myristate
Isopropyl myristate (IPM) is the ester of isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid. Isopropyl myristate is used for transdermal delivery of some compounds. Isopropyl myristate is a polar emollient and is used in cosmetic and topical medicinal preparations where good absorption into the skin is desired[1].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
110-27-0
UNSPSC
12352211
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319, H335
Target
Biochemical Assay Reagents
Type
Reference compound
Related Pathways
Others
Field of Research
Others
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/isopropyl-myristate.html
Purity
98.0
Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic)
Smiles
CCCCCCCCCCCCCC(OC(C)C)=O
Molecular Formula
C17H34O2
Molecular Weight
270.45
Precautions
H302, H315, H319, H335
References & Citations
[1]Engelbrecht, T, et al. (2012) . Study of the influence of the penetration enhancer isopropyl myristate on the nanostructure of stratum corneum lipid model membranes using neutron diffraction and deuterium labelling. Skin Pharmacol Physiol, 25:200-7|[2]Brinkmann I, et al. Role of isopropyl myristate, isopropyl alcohol and a combination of both in hydrocortisone permeation across the human stratum corneum. Skin Pharmacol Appl Skin Physiol. 2003 Nov-Dec;16 (6) :393-404.|[3]Furuishi T, et al. Synergistic effect of isopropyl myristate and glyceryl monocaprylate on the skin permeation of pentazocine. Biol Pharm Bull. 2010;33 (2) :294-300.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
-20°C, 3 years; 4°C, 2 years (Powder)
Scientific Category
Reference compound1
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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