Myristic acid
Also known as: n-Tetradecanoic acid, Tetradecanoic acid, C14:0 ACID, 1-tridecanecarboxylic acid, CARBOXYLIC ACID C14, FEMA 2764, TETRADECYLIC ACID, N-TETRADECANOIC ACID
Myristic acid (CAS 544-63-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C14H28O2 and a molecular weight of 228.371 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 52-54 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 319.6±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 144.8±12.5 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 544-63-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-805452-4
- Molecular Formula
- C14H28O2
- Molecular Weight
- 228.371 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 52-54 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 319.6±5.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 144.8±12.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 228.208923 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 6.09 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.451 |
| Additional Property | <0.1 g/100 mL at 18 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|
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 Myristic acid?
The CAS number of Myristic acid is 544-63-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Myristic acid?
Myristic acid has molecular formula C14H28O2 and molecular weight 228.371 g/mol.
Is Myristic acid hazardous?
Myristic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Myristic acid?
For Myristic acid, Upstream Products: Tetradecanal, 1-Bromooctane, 6-Bromohexanoic acid; Downstream Products: 2-Bromotetradecanoic acid, Perfluorotetradecanoic acid, 4-Heptadecanone.
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