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3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid

Also known as: 3-Hydroxymyristic acid, Tetradecanoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, DL-β-Hydroxymyristic acid, β-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid, (±)-3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid, 3-Hydroxy C14:0

3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid (CAS 1961-72-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H28O3 and a molecular weight of 244.370 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 80ºC, a boiling point of 376.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 195.9±19.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
1961-72-4
Jingsj CID
J-13196-4
Molecular Formula
C14H28O3
Molecular Weight
244.370 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point80ºC
Boiling Point376.9±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point195.9±19.7 °C
Exact Mass244.203842
PSA57.53000
LogP4.18
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.467

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918199090
Summary2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid is 1961-72-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid has molecular formula C14H28O3 and molecular weight 244.370 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

For 3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid, Upstream Products: methyl 3-oxotetradecanoate, Myristic acid, Methyl 3-hydroxytetradecanoate; Downstream Products: 2-Tridecanone, (R)-3-Hydroxymyristic acid, (S)-3-Hydroxy Myristic Acid Methyl Ester.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "3-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid (CAS 1961-72-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-13196-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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