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CAS Number : 112-72-1
EC Number : 204-000-3
ECHA InfoCard : 100.003.637
PubChem CID : 8209
ChemSpider : 7917
Chemical formula : C14H30O
Molar mass : 214.393 g·mol−1
Density : 0.824 g/cm3
Melting point : 38 °C
Boiling point : >260 °C
Preferred IUPAC name :
-Tetradecan-1-ol
Other names :
-Myristyl alcohol
-Tetradecyl alcohol
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is a straight-chain saturated fatty alcohol, with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)12CH2OH.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is a white waxy solid that is practically insoluble in water, soluble in diethyl ether, and slightly soluble in ethanol.
Production of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) may be prepared by the hydrogenation of myristic acid (or its esters); myristic acid itself can be found in nutmeg (from where it gains its name) but is also present in palm kernel oil and coconut oil and it is from these that the majority of 1-tetradecanol is produced.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) may also be produced from petrochemical feedstocks via either the Ziegler process.
Uses of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
As with other fatty alcohols, 1-tetradecanol is used as an ingredient in cosmetics such as cold creams for its emollient properties.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is also used as an intermediate in the chemical synthesis of other products such as surfactants.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is a colorless thick liquid (heated) with a faint alcohol odor.
Solidifies and floats on water.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is a long-chain fatty alcohol that is tetradecane in which one of the terminal methyl hydrogens is replaced by a hydroxy group It is a long-chain primary fatty alcohol, a fatty alcohol 14:0 and a primary alcohol.
Use and Manufacturing of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
Used as a chemical intermediate, emulsion stabilizer, fragrance, and viscosity increasing agent; Used in plasticizers, anti-foam agents, soaps, perfumes, detergents, suppositories, creams, shampoos, toothpaste, and cleaning preparations
Industry Uses of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
-Antioxidant
-Cleaning agent
-Emulsifier
-Intermediate
-Lubricants and lubricant additives
-Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
-Surfactant (surface active agent)
-Functional fluids (closed systems)
-Intermediates
-Lubricants and lubricant additives
-Processing aids, not otherwise listed
-Processing aids, specific to petroleum production
-Surface active agents
-Viscosity adjustors
-Cleaning agent
-Fuel agents
-Intermediate
-Intermediates
-Lubricants and lubricant additives
-Lubricating agent
-Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
-Other
-Surface active agents
-Surfactant (surface active agent)
-Emulsifier
-Intermediate
-Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
-Surfactant (surface active agent)
-Binder
-Dispersing agent
-Intermediate
-Processing aids not otherwise specified
-Lubricants and lubricant additives
-Stabilizing agent
-Surface active agents
-Terminator/Blockerv
Consumer Uses of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
-Functional fluids (closed systems)
-Intermediates
-Lubricants and lubricant additives
-Processing aids, not otherwise listed
-Processing aids, specific to petroleum production
-Surface active agents
-Cleaning agent
-Fuel agents
-Intermediates
-Lubricants and lubricant additives
-Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
-Surfactant (surface active agent)
Reactivity Profile of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is an alcohol.
Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of alcohols with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents.
They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water.
Oxidizing agents convert them to aldehydes or ketones.
Alcohols exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior.
They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides.
A lighter-weight fatty alcohol that functions as a thickener, emulsion stabilizer, and emollient.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is also sometimes used as a surfactant, often with other surfactants.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is considered safe as used in cosmetics.
FIRST-AID MEASURES of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
IN CASE OF INHALATION :
Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
IN CASE OF SKIN CONTACT :
Gently wash with plenty of soap and water.
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.
IN CASE OF EYE CONTACT :
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
IN CASE OF INGESTION :
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell.
Substance identity
EC / List no.: 204-000-3
CAS no.: 112-72-1
Mol. formula: C14H30O
Hazard classification & labelling of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
Danger! According to the classification provided by companies to ECHA in REACH registrations this substance is very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects, is very toxic to aquatic life, causes serious eye irritation, is a highly flammable liquid and vapour, is harmful if swallowed, is harmful in contact with skin, may cause respiratory irritation and may cause drowsiness or dizziness.
About EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 100 000 to < 1 000 000 tonnes per annum.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
Consumer Uses of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, coating products, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products), anti-freeze products, lubricants and greases, polishes and waxes and finger paints.
Other release to the environment of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use.
Article service life of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
Release to the environment of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) can occur from industrial use: of articles where the substances are not intended to be released and where the conditions of use do not promote release and industrial abrasion processing with low release rate (e.g. cutting of textile, cutting, machining or grinding of metal).
Other release to the environment of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is likely to occur from: indoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. flooring, furniture, toys, construction materials, curtains, foot-wear, leather products, paper and cardboard products, electronic equipment) and outdoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. metal, wooden and plastic construction and building materials).
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) can be found in products with material based on: stone, plaster, cement, glass or ceramic (e.g. dishes, pots/pans, food storage containers, construction and isolation material) and plastic (e.g. food packaging and storage, toys, mobile phones).
Widespread uses by professional workers of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used in the following products: lubricants and greases, coating products, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products), adhesives and sealants, non-metal-surface treatment products, air care products, anti-freeze products, washing & cleaning products and welding & soldering products.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used in the following areas: building & construction work.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used for the manufacture of: , mineral products (e.g. plasters, cement), machinery and vehicles, plastic products, rubber products and fabricated metal products.
Other release to the environment of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners) and outdoor use.
Formulation or re-packing of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used in the following products: pH regulators and water treatment products, laboratory chemicals, inks and toners, cosmetics and personal care products, coating products, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay and finger paints.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) has an industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates).
Release to the environment of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures, formulation in materials and as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates).
Uses at industrial sites of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used in the following products: lubricants and greases, fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay, coating products, adhesives and sealants, non-metal-surface treatment products and pH regulators and water treatment products.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used in the following areas: building & construction work and mining.
EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) is used for the manufacture of: , chemicals, machinery and vehicles and mineral products (e.g. plasters, cement).
Release to the environment of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) can occur from industrial use: in processing aids at industrial sites, in the production of articles, as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates), as processing aid and of substances in closed systems with minimal release.
Manufacture of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol)
Release to the environment of EMERCOL C14 98 MY (Myristyl Alcohol) can occur from industrial use: manufacturing of the substance, formulation of mixtures, formulation in materials, in processing aids at industrial sites, in the production of articles, as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates), as processing aid, for thermoplastic manufacture, as processing aid and of substances in closed systems with minimal release.
Synonyms:
1-Tetradecanol
Tetradecan-1-ol
Tetradecanol
tetradecanol
1-Tetradecanol
1-Tetradecanol
1-tetradecanol
1-Tetradecanol
1-tetradecanol
Alcohol, C14
Fatty alcohol C14
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL
Myristyl Alcohol
Palmerol 1214 NFPalmerol 1216
Registration dossier
Tetradecan-1-ol
tetradecan-1-ol
Tetradecan-1-ol
tetradecan-1-ol
Tetradecanol
tetradecanol
Tetradecanol
tetradecanol
Alcohol C14
Alfol 1214
CO-1214
CO-1270
ECOROL 14/98
ECOROL 14/99
ECOROL 24
ECOROL 24/55
ECOROL 26
ECOROL 28
Kalcol
Leunapol-FA 14
Nacol 14
Nafol 1214
1-Tetradecanol
Tetradecanol
112-72-1
150138-88-8
150138-88-8
8032-14-2
8032-14-2
1-TETRADECANOL
Tetradecan-1-ol
112-72-1
Myristyl alcohol
Tetradecanol
Tetradecyl alcohol
n-Tetradecanol
Myristic alcohol
n-Tetradecyl alcohol
Lanette K
Loxanol V
Lanette Wax KS
n-Tetradecanol-1
1-Hydroxytetradecane
Alfol 14
n-Tetradecan-1-ol
Dytol R-52
Alcohols, C10-16
Alcohols, C12-16
Lanette 14
1-Tetradecyl alcohol
C10-16 Alcohols
Alcohols, C12-15
Alcohols, C14-15
tetradecan1-ol
NSC 8549
Myristyl alcohol [NF]
NSC-8549
Alcohols, C14-22 and C16-22-unsatd.
63393-82-8
67762-41-8
68855-56-1
CHEBI:77417
V42034O9PU
kalcohl 40
Myristyl alcohol (NF)
DSSTox_CID_6926
DSSTox_RID_78257
DSSTox_GSID_26926
C14 alcohol
68002-95-9
75782-87-5
Alcohol(C14)
Alcohols, C>14
Fatty alcohol(C14)
CAS-112-72-1
Tetradecanol (7CI)
Kalcohl 4098
C14-15 alcohol
HSDB 5168
Lorol C 14
Adol 18
Kalcol 4098
Conol 1495
EINECS 204-000-3
MFCD00004757
Nacol 14-95
BRN 1742652
UNII-S4827SZE3L
(C10-C16) Alkyl alcohol
(C12-C16) Alkyl alcohol
UNII-V42034O9PU
tetradecylalcohol
AI3-00943
Tetradecanol-1
Dehydag wax 14
EINECS 267-019-6
EINECS 268-107-7
EINECS 272-490-6
EINECS 275-983-4
Philcohol 1400
Lorol C14
Myristyl cetyl alcohol
Epal 14
Fatty alcohol (C14)
1-Tetradecanol, 97%
SDA 15-060-00
EC 204-000-3
EC 616-261-4
(C14-C18)Alkyl alcohol
SCHEMBL20286
4-01-00-01864 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
71750-71-5
(C14-C18) Alkyl alcohol
(C14-C18)-Alkyl alcohol
CHEMBL24022
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [II]
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [MI]
(C14-C22) and (C16-C22)Unsaturated alkylalcohol
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [FCC]
S4827SZE3L
WLN: Q14
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [HSDB]
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [INCI]
DTXSID9026926
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [MART.]
NSC8549
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [USP-RS]
MYRISTYL ALCOHOL [WHO-DD]
Mixed fatty alcohols (C10-C16)
ZINC1644076
EINECS 267-009-1
EINECS 269-790-4
Tox21_201842
Tox21_300538
LMFA05000041
STL453593
AKOS009031495
CS-W004294
HY-W004294
NCGC00164345-01
NCGC00164345-02
NCGC00164345-03
NCGC00254322-01
NCGC00259391-01
BP-30124
1-Tetradecanol, purum, >=95.0% (GC)
FT-0608311
T0084
1-Tetradecanol, Selectophore(TM), >=99.0%
D05097
D77653
1-Tetradecanol, Vetec(TM) reagent grade, 97%
A894532
Q161683
F7FCB87C-0FA4-412A-BC8C-BE5C952BC1E0
J-002824
Myristyl alcohol, United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Myristyl Alcohol, Pharmaceutical Secondary Standard; Certified Reference Material
112-72-1 [RN]
1-Hydroxytetradecane
1-Tetradecanol [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name] [Wiki]
1-Tetradecanol [German] [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
1-Tétradécanol [French] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
204-000-3 [EINECS]
Kalcohl 40 [Trade name]
Kalcohl 4098 [Trade name]
Myristic alcohol
Myristyl alcohol
Nacol 14-95
n-Tetradecan-1-ol
n-Tetradecanol
n-Tetradecyl alcohol
Q14 [WLN]
Tetradecanol
Tetradecyl alcohol
V42034O9PU
XB8655000
XB8655000 [RTECS]
1-tetradecanol [Portuguese] [ACD/Index Name] [ACD/IUPAC Name]
1-tetradecanol, ???
1-Tetradecyl alcohol
myristyl alcohol, reagent
Myristyl alcohol, Tetradecyl alcohol
n-tetradecanol|tetradecanol|tetradecan-1-ol|tetradecyl alcohol|myristyl alcohol|myristic alcohol
n-Tetradecyl-1,1-d2 Alcohol
Tetradecanol (7CI)
Tetradecanol-1
UNII:V42034O9PU
