Synonym(s)
CAS No 544-63-8; myristic acid (INCI); Tetradecanoic acid
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Myristic acid, derived from Myristica fragans of the nutmeg, is a saturated, colorless and odorless carboxylic acid (tetradecanoic acid) that melts at 58°C. It is soluble in ether, ethanol and chloroform and insoluble in water.
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As glycerol esters, the derivatives myristic acid are found in nutmeg butter and coconut fat (see oleum cocos); as cetyl ester in wool wax.
The salts or esters of myristic acid are called myristates. These substances are widely used in cosmetic products.
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