Molekula
Methyl myristate
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Methyl myristate is a fatty acid methyl ester used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and as a solvent or intermediate in chemical synthesis. It is also used as a flavouring and fragrance ingredient, as a reference standard in gas chromatography, and as an intermediate for detergents, emulsifiers and fatty alcohols. It appears as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid. CAS: 124-10-7, Molecular formula: C15H30O2, Molecular weight: 242.40 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: None. Molekula supplies Methyl myristate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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250 mL — £67.00 per pack ex VAT · £80.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid or White waxy solid |
| Refractive Index | 1.436 - 1.438 |
| Purity | 98 - 100% |
| Water (KF) | 0 - 1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 112 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless, oily liq or white, waxy solid |
| Odour | Fatty coconut, cognac odor |
| Melting Point | 19 °C |
| Boiling Point | 295 °C |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, most fixed oils; insoluble in water |
| Vapour Pressure | 4.9 × 10⁻⁴ mmHg at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.425 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 6.41 |
Source: PubChem CID 31284 (HSDB, Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030780 |
| CAS Number | 124-10-7 |
| IUPAC Name | methyl tetradecanoate |
| EC Number | 204-680-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H30O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 242.40 |
| Exact Mass | 242.2246 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC |
| InChIKey | ZAZKJZBWRNNLDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C15H30O2/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15(16)17-2/h3-14H2,1-2H3 |
| PubChem CID | 31284 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29159050 |
| Tariff Code | 2915907025 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- FEMA No. 2722
- formyl tetradecanoate
- Metholeneat 2495
- Methyl myristylate
- Methyl n-tetradecanoate
- Methyl tetradecanoate
- Myristic acid, methyl ester
- Myristicin acid methylester
- Tetradecanoic acid, methyl ester
- Uniphat A50
Frequently asked questions
What is methyl myristate used for?
Methyl myristate is commonly used as a plasticizer, lubricant, or intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of methyl myristate?
The formula is C15H30O2 with a molecular weight of 242.40 g/mol.
How should methyl myristate be stored?
Store at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of methyl myristate is available?
Molekula offers methyl myristate in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply methyl myristate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply methyl myristate in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a methyl myristate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA); additional documentation such as SDS is available upon request.
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