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Myristic Acid (Tetradecanoic Acid)

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CAS 544-63-8 · Formula C14H28O2 · MW 228.37 g/mol

A C14 saturated fatty acid for soaps, surfactants, and cosmetic esters. It is used in soaps, shaving creams, and cosmetics, as a surfactant feedstock, and as a chemical intermediate for esters such as isopropyl myristate and for alkanolamine condensates.

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HS Code
2915.90
At a Glance
Material Family
Acids & Salts
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing · Surfactancy
Functional Roles
Cleaning / Degreasing Surfactancy Synthesis Intermediate Emolliency Conditioning
INCI Name
MYRISTIC ACID
CosIng Functions
CLEANSINGPERFUMINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Soaps and personal care: Used in soaps, shaving creams, and cosmetics.
  • ▸ Surfactant feedstock: Raw material for surfactants and alkanolamine condensates.
  • ▸ Ester intermediate: Feedstock for esters such as isopropyl myristate.
  • ▸ Metal finishing: Used in coatings for anodized aluminum.
  • ▸ Flavor and fragrance: Flavor and fragrance ingredient.
Physical Properties
Melting Point
54 °C
Boiling Point
250 °C at 100 mmHg
Density
0.8622 at 54 °C
Solubility
< 1 mg/mL at 18 °C
Vapor Pressure
1 mmHg at 142 °C; 5 mmHg at 174 °C; 760 mmHg at 318 °C
Flash Point
> 113 °C
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2915 . 90
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.15
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2915.90
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
544-63-8
Molecular Formula
C14H28O2
Molecular Weight
228.37 g/mol
IUPAC Name
tetradecanoic acid
INCI Name
MYRISTIC ACID
PubChem CID
11005
InChI Key
TUNFSRHWOTWDNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
Tetradecanoic acid MYRISTIC ACID n-Tetradecanoic acid n-Tetradecan-1-oic acid 1-Tridecanecarboxylic acid n-Tetradecoic acid Hydrofol acid 1495 Univol U 316S Emery 655 Hystrene 9014 Myristinsaeure Myristic acid, pure tetradecoic acid FEMA No. 2764 C14:0 Crodacid PHILACID-1400 PRIFRAC-2942
Full Description

Myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid; CAS 544-63-8) is a C14 saturated fatty acid found in animal and vegetable fats. It is used in soaps, shaving creams, and cosmetics, as a surfactant feedstock, and as a chemical intermediate for esters such as isopropyl myristate and for alkanolamine condensates. It also serves as a flavor and fragrance ingredient and in coatings for anodized aluminum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is myristic acid used for?

Myristic acid (tetradecanoic acid, CAS 544-63-8) is a C14 saturated fatty acid used in soaps, shaving creams, and cosmetics, as a surfactant feedstock, and as an intermediate for esters such as isopropyl myristate and for alkanolamine condensates. It also serves as a flavor and fragrance ingredient and in coatings for anodized aluminum. We supply it in bulk to surfactant and personal-care manufacturers.

What is the formula for myristic acid?

Myristic acid has the molecular formula C14H28O2, CAS 544-63-8. It is the C14 (tetradecanoic) straight-chain saturated fatty acid, found in animal and vegetable fats and used as a surfactant and ester feedstock.

What is myristic acid made from?

Myristic acid is a C14 saturated fatty acid sourced from animal and vegetable fats and oils, typically isolated by splitting and fractionating natural triglycerides. It is then used as a feedstock for soaps, surfactants, and esters such as isopropyl myristate.

What grades and bulk packaging are available for myristic acid?

We supply myristic acid in bags, drums, and bulk for surfactant, personal-care, and intermediate use. Grade and CoA details are confirmed at quotation. Contact us with your application and volume for a bulk quote.

What is the cost of bulk myristic acid?

Bulk myristic acid pricing depends on grade, packaging, volume, and feedstock market conditions. Request a quote with your target quantity and ship-to location for current pricing and lead time.

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