Chinese name: tetradecanoic acid, myristic acid
Chemical name: Myristic acid
INCIName: Myristic Acid
CAS Registry Number: 544-63-8
EINECS login ID: 208-875-2
Molecular formula : C14H28O2
Molecular weight: 228.37
HS Code: 2915900090
Synonyms: tetradecanoic acid, myristic acid, 14-acetic acid, tetradecanoic acid, myristic acid, tetradecanoic acid, myristic acid standard, tetradecanoic acid standard, myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid), myristic acid, tetradecanoic acid (standard), MYRISTICACID, NAA104, NAA142, neo-fat14, Neo-Fat14, Myristicacid, Myristinsαure, n-Myristicacid, Myristinsaeure, Tetradecanoicacid, Tetradecanoicnacid, myristicacid, pure, n-tetradecan-1-oicacid, n-Tetradecan-1-oicacid .
Application areas
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Application areas
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Application Notes
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1. Food additives
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Myristic acid and its salts are commonly used as food additives, primarily to enhance the aroma and flavor of food. It is sometimes used as a base ingredient in flavorings for chocolate, candy, and biscuits. The antibacterial properties of myristic acid also make it suitable as a preservative in some foods, extending their shelf life.
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2. Chemical industry
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Myristic acid can be used to prepare a variety of surfactants, such as sodium myristate and myristic acid amide. These surfactants play roles in emulsification, detergency, and foaming in detergents, cleaning agents, and other products.
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3. Pharmaceutical manufacturing industry
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Myristic acid is used in the pharmaceutical field to prepare some drugs and drug carriers. It is also used in some topical medications, possessing antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. As a synthetic raw material, myristic acid can be used to prepare some pharmaceutical intermediates and as a catalyst in synthetic processes.
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4. Daily chemical industry
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Myristic acid is a key ingredient in soap, producing rich lather and possessing excellent cleansing power. It is also used in hair care products such as shampoos. Its moisturizing properties make it an important ingredient in shower gels and hand creams, helping to keep skin hydrated. Myristic acid is also a common cosmetic ingredient used in the preparation of facial cleansers, skin creams, and other products, providing lubricating and moisturizing effects.
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Packaging
kraft paper bag
Product Compliance
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Indicator range
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CP
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FCC
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JP
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Color
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White or pale yellow
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state
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Lustrous crystalline solids or powders
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Pour point, ℃
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4 8-55.5
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4 8-55.5
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Moisture, %
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≤0.2
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≤0.2
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Acid value (calculated as KOH) mg/g
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2 42-249
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2 42-249
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2 40-250
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Unsaponifiables, %
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≤1
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≤1
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Saponification value (calculated as KOH) mg/g
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2 42-251
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Iodine value (as I₂ ) g/100g
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≤ 1.0
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≤ 1.0
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≤ 1.0
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Peroxide value
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≤1 0
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Burning residue, %
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≤0.1
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≤0.1
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≤0.1
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Heavy metals, mg/kg
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≤ 10
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Lead, mg/kg
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≤2
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≤2
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ester value
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≤ 3
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