Myristyl Phosphate
AKA “Tetradecyl dihydrogen phosphate, Phosphoric acid monotetradecyl ester, 1-Tetradecanol, dihydrogen phosphate, UNII-DF6HW7A5EB, tetradecyl phosphate, monomyristyl phosphate, monotetradecyl phosphate”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Myristyl phosphate
AKA: Tetradecyl dihydrogen phosphate, Phosphoric acid monotetradecyl ester, 1-Tetradecanol, Dihydrogen phosphate, UNII-DF6HW7A5EB, Tetradecyl phosphate, Monomyristyl phosphate, Monotetradecyl phosphate
Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Plant Oil
Synthetic
Clean
Gentle cleanser that removes dirt and oil while creating a light, airy lather. Helps create a luxurious foam texture in cleansing products.
Formula
C14H31O4P
Mol. Weight
294.37
CAS #
10054-29-2
Form
Powder
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Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Oral Care
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Foam Boosting
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Removes dirt and impurities
Enhances lather
Lifts away dirt and oil
Supports dental health
Traditional Use
A synthetic phosphate ester developed in modern cosmetic chemistry. Used as a conditioning and humectant agent in skincare formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR