Ethyl myristate

At a glance

Ethyl myristate is a lab‑synthesised ethyl ester of myristic acid, used as a carrier, solvent and fixative in perfumery; it adds a mild, fatty‑waxy, slightly sweet note reminiscent of coconut.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
lab-created
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Fatty acid ester
CAS number
124-06-1
Profile
soft, waxy, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01