Monomyristin

Also known as: 1-Monomyristin, 1-Myristoyl-rac-glycerol, rac-1-Myristoylglycerol, rac-Glycerol 1-myristate, DL-α-Myristin, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl tetradecanoate, Tetradecanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, Myristic acid 1-monoglyceride, Glycerol 1-myristate, 1-O-Tetradecanoylglycerol, 1-Monotetradecanoyl-rac-glycerol

Monomyristin (CAS 589-68-4) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C17H34O4 and a molecular weight of 302.449 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 68-70ºC, a boiling point of 424.8±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 141.3±16.7 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 589-68-4
Jingsj CID: J-28617-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₇H₃₄O₄
Molecular Weight: 302.449 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	68-70ºC
Boiling Point	424.8±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	141.3±16.7 °C
Exact Mass	302.245697
PSA	66.76000
LogP	5.10
Vapor Pressure	0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.468

Activity & Biological Data

Target	IC50: 18 μM (FAAH)[2]
Additional Information	[1]. Shimada H, et al. Biologically active acylglycerides from the berries of saw-palmetto (Serenoa repens). J Nat Prod. 1997 Apr;60(4):417-8. [2]. Vandevoorde S, et al. Influence of the degree of unsaturation of the acyl side chain upon the interaction of analogues of 1-arachidonoylglycerol with monoacylglycerol lipase and fatty acid amide hydrolase. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2005 Nov 11;337(1):104-9. [3]. Jumina, et al. Monomyristin and Monopalmitin Derivatives: Synthesis and Evaluation as Potential Antibacterial and Antifungal Agents. Molecules. 2018 Nov 29;23(12). pii: E3141

Target

IC50: 18 μM (FAAH)[2]

Additional Information

[1]. Shimada H, et al. Biologically active acylglycerides from the berries of saw-palmetto (Serenoa repens). J Nat Prod. 1997 Apr;60(4):417-8. [2]. Vandevoorde S, et al. Influence of the degree of unsaturation of the acyl side chain upon the interaction of analogues of 1-arachidonoylglycerol with monoacylglycerol lipase and fatty acid amide hydrolase. Biochem Biophys Res Commun. 2005 Nov 11;337(1):104-9. [3]. Jumina, et al. Monomyristin and Monopalmitin Derivatives: Synthesis and Evaluation as Potential Antibacterial and Antifungal Agents. Molecules. 2018 Nov 29;23(12). pii: E3141

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2915900090
Summary	2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Monomyristin?

The CAS number of Monomyristin is 589-68-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Monomyristin?

Monomyristin has molecular formula C17H34O4 and molecular weight 302.449 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Monomyristin?

For Monomyristin, Upstream Products: 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-1,3-dioxolan-2-one, Myristic acid, Glycidol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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