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Methyl myristate

Also known as: Methyl tetradecanoate, Myristic acid methyl ester, Tetradecanoic acid methyl ester

Methyl myristate (CAS 124-10-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H30O2 and a molecular weight of 242.39700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 18 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 323 °C(lit.), a density of 0.855 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
124-10-7
Jingsj CID
J-33635-6
Molecular Formula
C15H30O2
Molecular Weight
242.39700 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point18 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point323 °C(lit.)
Density0.855 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass242.22500
PSA26.30000
LogP4.86050
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.436(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Aranya Manosroi, et al. Melanogenesis of methyl myristate loaded niosomes in B16F10 melanoma cells. J Biomed Nanotechnol. 2013 Apr;9(4):626-38.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 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 Methyl myristate?

The CAS number of Methyl myristate is 124-10-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl myristate?

Methyl myristate has molecular formula C15H30O2 and molecular weight 242.39700 g/mol.

Is Methyl myristate hazardous?

Methyl myristate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl myristate?

For Methyl myristate, Upstream Products: Methanol, Myristic acid, Myristoyl chloride; Downstream Products: 14-Heptacosanone, N-(2-hydroxyethyl)myristamide, Monomyristin.

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