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CAS 544-63-8

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Myristic acid

Description:
Myristic acid, also known as tetradecanoic acid, is a saturated fatty acid with the chemical formula C14H28O2. It is a straight-chain fatty acid that consists of a 14-carbon backbone, with a carboxylic acid functional group at one end. Myristic acid is typically found in various natural fats and oils, particularly in nutmeg, palm oil, and coconut oil. It is a white, waxy solid at room temperature and has a melting point that allows it to be solid or semi-solid depending on the ambient temperature. Myristic acid is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. It is commonly used in the food industry as a flavoring agent and in the cosmetic industry for its emollient properties. Additionally, myristic acid serves as a precursor for the synthesis of various esters and surfactants. Its biological significance includes its role in the formation of certain lipids and its involvement in cellular processes, including membrane structure and function.
Formula:C14H28O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C14H28O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14(15)16/h2-13H2,1H3,(H,15,16)
InChI key:InChIKey=TUNFSRHWOTWDNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CCCCCCCC)CCCCC(O)=O
Synonyms:
  • 1-Tetradecanoic acid
  • 1-Tridecanecarboxylic acid
  • Acide myristique
  • Acido Miristico, Puro
  • Edenor C 14
  • Edenor C 14/98-100
  • Edenor C14-99
  • Edenor C14-99 (C)
  • Emery 655
  • Hystrene 9014
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