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Myristic acid
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Myristic acid |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | Myristic acid;Tetradecanoic acid;Myristic acid |
| Chinese name | 肉豆蔻酸 |
| Chinese synonyms | 十四酸;十四烷酸;豆蔻酸 |
| Chemical category | Organic Acids |
| CAS No. | 544-63-8 |
| EINECS No. | 208-875-2 |
| Molecular formula | C14H28O2 |
| Molecular weight | 228.37 |
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Technical indicators
Acid value 242–250 mg KOH/g; iodine value ≤1.0 g I2/100g; titer 52–55°C; color (Pt-Co) ≤50
Performance characteristics
White to pale yellow crystalline powder or flakes, insoluble in water, soluble in alcohol and ether
Application scenarios
Surfactant intermediate (myristate esters), cosmetic, food additive, lubricant