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Overview
General
Product Name:
Myristic Acid
Description:
Myristic acid (also known as 1-Tetradecanoic Acid) is a long-chain saturated fatty acid with a 14-carbon atom structure. It can be found naturally in palm oil, coconut oil, and butter fat. Myristic acid is used as an emulsifier, lubricating agent, and feedstock. Myristic acid is used in plastics, food & beverages, and the personal care industry.
Rierden Chemical is one of the largest importers of Myristic acid in the United States.
Identifiers
Chemical Name:
Myristic Acid
EC#:
250-924-5
CAS#:
544-63-8
Synonyms:
1-tetradecanoic acid
Molecular Formula:
C14H28O2
Classifications
Product Chemistry 1:
Oleochemicals
Product Chemistry 2:
Fatty Acids
Tags
Industries:
- Chemical Synthesis
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Cosmetics
- Personal Care & Hygiene
- Food & Nutrition
- Textile & Leather Processing
Market Segments:
- Bath & Body
- Polymers & Resins
- Cosmetics
Applications:
- Detergents
- Skin & Face Care
- Chemical / Mining / Refining
Functions:
- Lubricating Agents
- Feedstock
- Emulsifier
Properties
Properties
Property Name | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 326 | °C |
| Density | 0.853 | kg/L |
| Melting Point | 54-55 | °C |
| Molecular Weight | 228 | g/mol |
| Vapor Density | 8 | -- |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.4x10E-6 | mmHg |
| Water Solubility | 20 | mg/L |
Specifications
Specification Name | Value | Unit | Test Method | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acid Value | 243 - 248 | mg KOH/g | -- | -- |
| C12 | 1.0 max | % | -- | -- |
| C14 | 99.0 min | % | -- | -- |
| C16 | -- | % | -- | -- |
| Color, 5 ¼ “Lovibond, Red/Yellow | 0.2 max/2 max | -- | -- | -- |
| Color, APHA | 40 max | -- | -- | -- |
| Iodine Value | 0.50 max | g I/100 g | -- | -- |
| Other | -- | % | -- | -- |
| SAP Value | 244 - 249 | mg KOH/g | -- | -- |
| Titre | 52.0 – 54.0 | °C | -- | -- |
Documents
Documents
| Name | Category | Language |
|---|---|---|
 Myristic Acid SDS (Rierden Chemical).pdf | Safety Data Sheet (SDS) | EN |
 Myristic Acid TDS (Rierden Chemical).pdf | Technical Data Sheet (TDS) | EN |
