Myristic acid PurCert Secondary Reference Standard for GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  C14H28O2
Molecular Weight:  228.37 g/mol
CAS Number: 544-63-8

Properties

Assay Purity >=99.5%
B pt. 250 °C at 133 hPa - lit.
M pt. 52 - 54 °C - lit.
Density 0.8622 g/cm3 at 54 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statement  P261-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P405
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29159099
Flash point > 113.00 °C
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Used in the manufacture of cosmetics soaps detergents surfactants lubricants and pharmaceutical formulations.

Purpose
Functions as an emulsifier cleansing agent and chemical intermediate in the production of personal care products food additives and specialty chemicals.

General Description
Myristic acid is a saturated fatty acid (tetradecanoic acid) naturally found in coconut oil palm kernel oil butterfat and other animal and vegetable fats.