Description
Myristic Acid is an organic acid/fatty acid used as a functional intermediate in surfactants, esters, and formulation control to tune performance and processing.
Uses
Cosmetics; surfactants; lubricants; ester production.
Benefits
Improves texture/consistency; biodegradable.
Safety, Compliance & Notes
| Thermal Conductivity | 0.22W/m·K. |
| Electrical Conductivity | 1.00E-10S/cm |
| Heat of Formation | -900kJ/mol |
| Heat of Vaporization | – |
| Structure | CH3-(CH2)12-COOH |
| CAS Number | 544-63-8 |
| EINECS Number | 208-875-2 |
| Storage & Packaging | Store cool and dry; protect from moisture; for fatty acids, warm storage may be required to maintain fluidity; use lined drums/bags as applicable. (Applicable to Myristic Acid handling.) |
| Product Stewardship | Apply product stewardship: risk assessment, proper labeling, transport compliance, and customer communication via SDS/COA; avoid environmental release. (For Myristic Acid.) |
| Note | Note: For Myristic Acid, confirm grade, inhibitor content (if any), and purity/spec limits with the supplier COA before formulation. |
| Notice | NOTICE: Values may vary by grade and supplier; confirm specifications and hazards with current SDS/COA before use, storage, transport, or disposal. (For Myristic Acid.) |
