Myristic Acid
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Myristic Acid is a saturated straight-chain fatty acid with the molecular formula C₁₄H₂₈O₂, commonly derived from natural oils such as coconut oil and palm kernel oil. It appears as a white crystalline solid and is widely used in personal care products, emulsifiers, surfactants, lubricants, and pharmaceutical excipients. It offers excellent emollient and emulsifying properties, making it a common functional raw material in the daily chemical, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries.
Myristic Acid
Basic Introduction
Chinese Name: Tetradecanoic Acid, Myristic Acid
Chemical Name: Myristic Acid
INCI Name: Myristic Acid
CAS Registry Number: 544-63-8
EINECS Registry Number: 208-875-2
Molecular Formula: C14H28O2
Molecular Weight: 228.37
HS Code: 2915900090
Synonyms: Tetradecanoic acid, Myristic acid, 14 acid, Special tetradecanoic acid, Tetradecylic acid, Myristic acid, n-Tetradecanoic acid, Myristic acid standard, Tetradecanoic acid standard, Myristic acid (Tetradecanoic acid), Myristic acid, Tetradecanoic acid (standard), MYRISTIC ACID, NAA104, NAA142, neo-fat14, Neo-Fat 14, Myristic acid, Myristinsαure, n-Myristic acid, Myristinsaeure, Tetradecanoic acid, Tetradecanoicn acid, myristic acid, pure, n-tetradecan-1-oic acid, n-Tetradecan-1-oic acid.
Application Fields
Application Field | Application Description |
1. Food Additives | Myristic acid and its salts are commonly used as food additives, primarily to enhance the flavor and texture of food. It is sometimes used as a base component for flavors in foods such as chocolate, candy, and biscuits. Its antimicrobial properties make it useful as a preservative in certain foods, extending their shelf life. |
2. Chemical Industry | Myristic acid can be used to prepare various surfactants, such as sodium myristate and myristic acid amide. These surfactants play roles in emulsification, cleaning, and foaming in products like detergents and cleaners. |
3. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | In the pharmaceutical field, myristic acid is used to prepare certain drugs and drug carriers. It is also used in some topical medications for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. As a synthetic raw material, it is used to prepare pharmaceutical intermediates and catalysts in synthesis processes. |
4. Daily Chemical Industry | Myristic acid is one of the main components of soap, capable of producing rich foam and offering good cleaning ability. It is also used in hair care products like shampoos. Its moisturizing properties make it an important ingredient in body washes and hand creams, helping to keep the skin hydrated. Myristic acid is also a common cosmetic ingredient used in products like facial cleansers and skin creams for its lubricating and moisturizing effects. |
Packaging Method
Kraft Bag
Stability and Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, well-ventilated warehouse. Keep away from fire and heat sources. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep containers sealed. Separate from oxidizers, acids, acid anhydrides, and acyl chlorides. Do not store together. Equip with appropriate types and quantities of fire-fighting equipment. The storage area should be equipped with leak emergency handling equipment and suitable containment materials.
Product Compliance
Parameter Range | CP | FCC | JP |
Color | White or light yellow | ||
State | Glossy crystalline solid or powder | ||
Solidification Point, ℃ | 48-55.5 | 48-55.5 | |
Moisture, % | ≤0.2 | ≤0.2 | |
Acid Value (as KOH) mg/g | 242-249 | 242-249 | 240-250 |
Unsaponifiable Matter, % | ≤1 | ≤1 | |
Saponification Value (as KOH) mg/g | 242-251 | ||
Iodine Value (as I2) g/100g | ≤1.0 | ≤1.0 | ≤1.0 |
Peroxide Value | ≤10 | ||
Residue on Ignition, % | ≤0.1 | ≤0.1 | ≤0.1 |
Heavy Metals, mg/kg | ≤10 | ||
Lead, mg/kg | ≤2 | ≤2 | |
Ester Value | ≤3 |
| Industry Category | Chemicals |
|---|---|
| Product Category | |
| Brand: | cornigs |
| Spec: | 白色粉末 |
| Stock: | 10000 |
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| Origin: | China / Jiangsu / Suzhoushi |
