Methyl myristate

Synonym: 124-10-7; Methyl tetradecanoate; Tetradecanoic acid, methyl ester; Myristic acid methyl ester; Metholeneat 2495; Methyl myristate, analytical standard

MDL: MFCD00008983
CAS Number: 124-10-7
Compound CID: 31284

Product Size

0.1 mL; 0.2 mL; 0.5 mL; 1 mL

Price

Datasheet

Datasheet

MSDS

MSDS

Properties

Description

Methyl myristate is a fatty acid methyl ester of tetradecanoic acid used in a wide range of applications including lubricants, surfactants, personal care, plastic additives, pharmaceutical additives, and food additives.

Molecular Weight

242.4

Molecular Formula

C₁₅H₃₀O₂

Source

Nutmeg

Form

Pale yellow liquid

Purity

≥98%, determined by GC.

Solubility

It is slightly soluble in alcohol, miscible with ether, acetone, benzene, chloroform and, carbon tetrachloride, practically insoluble in water.

Identity

Confirmed by NMR and MS.

Melting Point

323°C

Applications

Methyl myristate can be used as lubricants, surfactants, personal care, plastic additives, pharmaceutical additives, and food additives.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask