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MYRISTIC ACID (C14)

Myristic Acid (C14) is used to synthesize flavor and as an ingredient in soaps and cosmetics.
Plastics uses of Myristic Acid (C14): Intermediate, Internal and External Lubricant
Soaps and Detergents uses of Myristic Acid (C14): Anionic/Nonionic Surfactants

EC Number: 205-775-0
CAS Number: 544-63-8
Molecular Formula: C14H28O2

SYNONYMS:
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Myristic Acid (C14) is a saturated fatty acid commonly used in cosmetics and skincare products.
Myristic Acid (C14) is derived from natural sources like coconut oil and nutmeg.
Its chemical formula is C14H28O2, and Myristic Acid (C14) appears as a white, waxy solid at room temperature.

Myristic Acid (C14) is a saturated fatty acid with 14 carbon atoms in the fatty acid chain.
Other saturated fatty acids are C12:0, C16:0, and C18:0.
Myristic Acid (C14) is naturally found in animal products such as dairy products, as well as in certain plant sources like coconut oil.

Myristic Acid (C14) is an oily white crystalline solid.
Myristic Acid (C14) is a straight-chain, fourteen-carbon, long-chain saturated fatty acid mostly found in milk fat.
Myristic Acid (C14) has a role as a human metabolite, an EC 3.1.1.1 (carboxylesterase) inhibitor, a Daphnia magna metabolite and an algal metabolite.

Myristic Acid (C14) is a long-chain fatty acid and a straight-chain saturated fatty acid.
Myristic Acid (C14) is a conjugate acid of a tetradecanoate.
Myristic Acid (C14) is a metabolite found in or produced by Escherichia coli.

Myristic Acid (C14) has been reported in Calodendrum capense, Camellia sinensis, and other organisms with data available.
Myristic Acid (C14) is a saturated long-chain fatty acid with a 14-carbon backbone.
Myristic Acid (C14) is found naturally in palm oil, coconut oil and butter fat.

Myristic Acid (C14) is a saturated 14-carbon fatty acid occurring in most animal and vegetable fats, particularly butterfat and coconut, palm, and nutmeg oils.
Myristic Acid (C14) is used to synthesize flavor and as an ingredient in soaps and cosmetics.

Myristic Acid (C14) is also commonly added to a penultimate nitrogen terminus glycine in receptor-associated kinases to confer the membrane localisation of the enzyme.
This is achieved by the Myristic Acid (C14) having a high enough hydrophobicity to become incorporated into the fatty acyl core of the phospholipid bilayer of the plasma membrane of the eukaryotic cell.

Myristic Acid (C14) is a metabolite found in or produced by Saccharomyces cerevisiae.
Myristic Acid (C14) is a saturated 14-carbon fatty acid occurring in most animal and vegetable fats, particularly butterfat and coconut, palm, and nutmeg oils.

Myristic Acid (C14) (IUPAC name: tetradecanoic acid) is a common saturated fatty acid with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)12COOH.
Myristic Acid (C14)'s salts and esters are commonly referred to as myristates or tetradecanoates.
The name of the acyl group derived from myristic acid is myristoyl or tetradecanoyl.

Myristic Acid (C14) is named after the binomial name for nutmeg (Myristica fragrans), from which it was first isolated in 1841 by Lyon Playfair.
Myristic Acid (C14), also known as tetradecanoic acid or C14:0, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as long-chain fatty acids.
These are fatty acids with an aliphatic tail that contains between 13 and 21 carbon atoms.

Myristic Acid (C14) (its ester is called myristate) is a saturated fatty acid that has 14 carbons; as such, it is a very hydrophobic molecule that is practically insoluble in water.
Myristic Acid (C14) exists as an oily white crystalline solid.

Myristic Acid (C14) is found in all living organisms ranging from bacteria to plants to animals, and is found in most animal and vegetable fats, particularly butterfat, as well as coconut, palm, and nutmeg oils.
Myristic Acid (C14) belongs to the class of organic compounds known as long-chain fatty acids.

These are fatty acids with an aliphatic tail that contains between 13 and 21 carbon atoms.
Myristic Acid (C14), also known as Tetradecanoic Acid, is a saturated long-chain fatty acid with a 14-carbon backbone derived from 100% coconut oil.
Myristic Acid (C14), also called tetradecanoic acid or 14:0 is a common saturated fatty acid with the molecular formula CH3(CH2)12COOH.

A myristate is a salt or ester of Myristic Acid (C14).
Myristic Acid (C14) is named after the nutmeg Myristica fragrant.
Nutmeg butter is 75% trimyristin, the triglyceride of Myristic Acid (C14).

Besides nutmeg, Myristic Acid (C14) is also found in palm kernel oil, coconut oil, butter fat and is a minor component of many other animal fats.
Myristic Acid (C14) is also found in spermacetin, the crystallized fraction of oil from the sperm whale.
Myristic Acid (C14) is a type of fat that comes from natural sources like coconut oil and palm kernel oil.

Myristic Acid (C14) belongs to a big family of fats called fatty acids, which are important for our bodies.
Just like how we need different types of food to stay healthy, our bodies also need different types of fats to work properly.
Myristic Acid (C14) is one of these fats, and it's named after the nutmeg plant where it was first found.

Fatty acids like Myristic Acid (C14) play different roles in keeping us healthy, just like how different tools help us do different jobs.
Some fatty acids help our brains work well, some give us energy, and others help our cells stay strong.

Myristic Acid (C14) is one of these special fats that our bodies use in different ways to keep everything running smoothly.
So, think of Myristic Acid (C14) as a tiny building block that helps our bodies stay strong and healthy, just like how Lego pieces help build awesome creations.

USES and APPLICATIONS of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
Myristic Acid (C14) serves various purposes in cosmetics.
Myristic Acid (C14) acts as an emulsifier, aiding in the blending of water and oil-based ingredients, resulting in stable formulations.
Additionally, Myristic Acid (C14) provides a creamy texture and helps products spread easily on the skin.

Myristic Acid (C14) also possesses cleansing properties, making it a valuable component in soap and cleansing products.
Myristic Acid (C14) is this versatility that makes it a popular choice in cosmetic formulations.
Cosmetics and Skincare: Myristic Acid (C14) is commonly used as an emollient, surfactant, and thickening agent in creams, lotions, and makeup products.

Food Industry: Myristic Acid (C14) is used as a flavoring agent and as an additive in certain foods.
Pharmaceuticals: Myristic Acid (C14) is employed in drug formulations and as an excipient.
Industrial Applications: Myristic Acid (C14) is used in the manufacture of soaps, detergents, and as a component in lubricants and plastics.

Myristic Acid (C14) is used to synthesize flavor and as an ingredient in soaps and cosmetics.
Surfactants and Esters uses of Myristic Acid (C14): Anionic and Nonionic Surfactants for Chemicals, Textiles, Food, Soap & Detergent
Food and Beverage uses of Myristic Acid (C14): Flow Agent and Emulsifier

Plastics uses of Myristic Acid (C14): Intermediate, Internal and External Lubricant
Soaps and Detergents uses of Myristic Acid (C14): Anionic/Nonionic Surfactants
Textiles use of Myristic Acid (C14): Anionic/Nonionic Surfactants

Personal Care uses of Myristic Acid (C14): Emulsifier for Facial Creams and Lotions
Myristic Acid (C14) has a wide range of uses in various industries and manufacturing processes.
You can find Myristic Acid (C14) in foods and beverages, in which it is used as a flow agent and emulsifier.

Myristic Acid (C14) is a surfactant in soaps, detergents and textiles, as well as an intermediate, internal or external lubricant in plastics.
Isopropyl myristate, an ester of Myristic Acid (C14), is used in the preparation of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and personal care products to promote absorption through the skin.

Industrially, Myristic Acid (C14) is used to synthesize a variety of flavour compounds and as an ingredient in soaps and cosmetics.
Within eukaryotic cells, Myristic Acid (C14) is also commonly conjugated to a penultimate N-terminal glycine residue in receptor-associated kinases to confer membrane localization of these enzymes (a post-translational modification called myristoylation via the enzyme N-myristoyltransferase).

Myristic Acid (C14) has a high enough hydrophobicity to allow the myristoylated protein to become incorporated into the fatty acyl core of the phospholipid bilayer of the plasma membrane of eukaryotic cells.
Also, this fatty acid is known because Myristic Acid (C14) accumulates as fat in the body; however, its consumption also impacts positively on cardiovascular health.

Myristic Acid (C14) is named after the scientific name for nutmeg, Myristica fragrans, from which it was first isolated in 1841 by Lyon Playfair.
Myristic Acid (C14) is also commonly added co-translationally to the penultimate, nitrogen-terminus, glycine in receptor-associated kinases to confer the membrane localisation of the enzyme.

Myristic Acid (C14) has a sufficiently high hydrophobicity to become incorporated into the fatty acyl core of the phospholipid bilayer of the plasma membrane of the eukaryotic cell.
In this way, Myristic Acid (C14) acts as a lipid anchor in biomembranes.

PROPERTIES OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
*Emollient:
Myristic Acid (C14) provides a smooth, soft feel to products, making it ideal in skincare formulations.

*Surfactant:
Myristic Acid (C14) helps stabilize emulsions by reducing the surface tension between water and oil.

*Hydrophobic:
Myristic Acid (C14) repels water, making it suitable for formulations where water resistance is desired.

*Saturated Fatty Acid:
Myristic Acid (C14) is stable and resistant to oxidation, which enhances product shelf-life.

BENEFITS OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
*Moisturizing:
Myristic Acid (C14) helps retain moisture, leaving skin feeling soft and hydrated.

*Textural Improvement:
Myristic Acid (C14) adds a creamy, luxurious feel to personal care products.

*Enhanced Stability:
Due to its saturated structure, Myristic Acid (C14) helps improve the stability and longevity of formulations.

*Gentle on Skin:
Non-irritating, making Myristic Acid (C14) suitable for sensitive skin types.

WHAT IS MYRISTIC ACID (C14) USED FOR?
Myristic Acid plays a crucial role in cosmetics and personal care products.
Myristic Acid (C14) has many different beneficial properties that increase the performance of formulations.

*Skin care:
Myristic Acid (C14) is commonly used in skincare products for its emollient and cleansing properties.
Myristic Acid (C14) helps maintain skin's moisture, preventing dryness and promoting a smoother, softer texture.

Myristic Acid's ability to penetrate the skin's surface makes it an effective ingredient in cleansers and soaps, where it assists in removing dirt, oil, and impurities, leaving the skin refreshed and clean

*Cosmetic products:
Myristic Acid (C14) acts as an emulsifier, ensuring that water and oil-based ingredients blend seamlessly.
This is particularly valuable in creams and makeup products where Myristic Acid (C14) enhances texture, stability, and the overall application experience.
Myristic Acid (C14)' versatility in cosmetics extends to providing a rich, creamy consistency that enhances the sensory appeal of various formulations

*Hair care:
Myristic Acid (C14) has amazing emollient properties that make it a useful ingredient in conditioners and hair masks, where it helps to moisturize and detangle hair, leaving it more manageable and soft to the touch.
Additionally, Myristic Acid (C14) can be found in shampoos for its cleansing and lathering properties, contributing to a thorough and enjoyable hair-washing experience

ORIGIN OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
Myristic Acid (C14) is typically produced through a process called saponification, where natural fats and oils, such as coconut oil, are hydrolyzed with an alkali like sodium hydroxide.
This reaction breaks down the fats into their constituent fatty acids, including Myristic Acid (C14), which can then be separated and purified for use in cosmetics and other applications.

WHAT DOES MYRISTIC ACID (C14) DO IN A FORMULATION?
*Cleansing
*Emollient
*Emulsifying
*Surfactant

SAFETY PROFILE OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
Myristic Acid is generally considered safe for topical use in cosmetics.
Myristic Acid (C14) is not inherently toxic when used as directed.

However, Myristic Acid (C14) has a moderately high comedogenic rating, which means it may clog pores and be less suitable for those with oily or acne-prone skin.
Individuals with such skin types should exercise caution and consider alternatives.

ALTERNATIVES OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
*STEARIC ACID,
*OLEIC ACID,
*LAURIC ACID

OCCURRENCE OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
Nutmeg butter has 75% trimyristin, the triglyceride of Myristic Acid (C14) and a source from which it can be synthesised.
Besides nutmeg, Myristic Acid (C14) is found in palm kernel oil, coconut oil, butterfat, 8–14% of bovine milk, and 8.6% of breast milk as well as being a minor component of many other animal fats.

Myristic Acid (C14) is found in spermaceti, the crystallized fraction of oil from the sperm whale.
Myristic Acid (C14) is also found in the rhizomes of the Iris, including Orris root.

CHEMICAL BEHAVIOUR OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
Myristic Acid (C14) acts as a lipid anchor in biomembranes
Reduction of Myristic Acid (C14) yields myristyl aldehyde and myristyl alcohol.

Myristic Acid (C14) — also known as tetradecanoic acid — is a saturated fatty acid with 14 carbon atoms that has many industrial applications.
Myristic Acid (C14) is a minimum 98-percent pure and obtained wholly from vegetable-based (palm oil) sources.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
Myristic Acid (C14) is like a superhero for your body! It helps keep your heart healthy by lowering bad cholesterol levels.
Myristic Acid (C14) works inside you to support good digestion and boost energy levels.

Myristic Acid (C14) also plays well with others in the body, helping cells communicate effectively.
By including Myristic Acid (C14) in your diet, you can improve conditions like high cholesterol and inflammation.

Myristic Acid (C14)'s especially beneficial for looking after vital organs such as the heart and liver, keeping them functioning at their best.
Myristic Acid (C14) is essential for maintaining a healthy heart, aiding digestion, boosting energy levels while supporting cell communication throughout the body - making it an all-round health hero!

Has been shown to help with;
1. Obesity
2. Cardiovascular disease
3. Diabetes
4. Metabolic syndrome
5. Alzheimer's disease
6. Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD

Good for body parts
1. Skin
2. Hair
3. Nails

ALTERNATIVE PARENTS OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
*Straight chain fatty acids
*Monocarboxylic acids and derivatives
*Carboxylic acids
*Organic oxides
*Hydrocarbon derivatives
*Carbonyl compounds

SUBSTITUENTS OF MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
*Long-chain fatty acid
*Straight chain fatty acid
*Monocarboxylic acid or derivatives
*Carboxylic acid
*Carboxylic acid derivative
*Organic oxygen compound
*Organic oxide
*Hydrocarbon derivative
*Organooxygen compound
*Carbonyl group
*Aliphatic acyclic compound

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
EC Number: 205-775-0
CAS Number: 544-63-8
Molecular Formula: C14H28O2
Molecular Weight: 228.37 g/mol
Appearance: White, crystalline powder or flakes
Melting Point: 54-58°C
Boiling Point: 250°C at 100 mmHg
Density: ~0.862 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, acetone, and other organic solvents
Chemical formula: C14H28O2

Molar mass: 228.376 g·mol−1
Appearance: colorless or white solid
Density: 1.03 g/cm3 (−3 °C), 0.99 g/cm3 (24 °C), 0.8622 g/cm3 (54 °C)
Melting point: 54.4 °C (129.9 °F; 327.5 K)
Boiling point: 326.2 °C (619.2 °F; 599.3 K) at 760 mmHg
250 °C (482 °F; 523 K) at 100 mmHg
218.3 °C (424.9 °F; 491.4 K) at 32 mmHg

Solubility in water: 13 mg/L (0 °C)
20 mg/L (20 °C), 24 mg/L (30 °C), 33 mg/L (60 °C)
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, acetates, C6H6, haloalkanes, phenyls, nitros
Solubility in acetone: 2.75 g/100 g (0 °C)
15.9 g/100 g (20 °C), 42.5 g/100 g (30 °C), 149 g/100 g (40 °C)
Solubility in benzene: 6.95 g/100 g (10 °C)
29.2 g/100 g (20 °C), 87.4 g/100 g (30 °C), 1.29 kg/100 g (50 °C)
Solubility in methanol: 2.8 g/100 g (0 °C)
17.3 g/100 g (20 °C), 75 g/100 g (30 °C), 2.67 kg/100 g (50 °C)

Solubility in ethyl acetate: 3.4 g/100 g (0 °C)
15.3 g/100 g (20 °C), 44.7 g/100 g (30 °C), 1.35 kg/100 g (40 °C)
Solubility in toluene: 0.6 g/100 g (−10 °C)
3.2 g/100 g (0 °C), 30.4 g/100 g (20 °C), 1.35 kg/100 g (50 °C)
log P: 6.1
Vapor pressure: 0.01 kPa (118 °C)
0.27 kPa (160 °C), 1 kPa (186 °C)
Magnetic susceptibility (χ): -176·10−6 cm3/mol
Thermal conductivity: 0.159 W/m·K (70 °C)
0.151 W/m·K (100 °C), 0.138 W/m·K (160 °C)

Refractive index (nD): 1.4723 (70 °C)
Viscosity: 7.2161 cP (60 °C)
3.2173 cP (100 °C), 0.8525 cP (200 °C), 0.3164 cP (300 °C)
Structure
Crystal structure: Monoclinic (−3 °C)
Space group: P21/c
Lattice constant:
a = 31.559 Å, b = 4.9652 Å, c = 9.426 Å
α = 90°, β = 94.432°, γ = 90°

Thermochemistry
Heat capacity (C): 432.01 J/mol·K
Std enthalpy of formation (ΔfH⦵298): −833.5 kJ/mol
Std enthalpy of combustion (ΔcH⦵298): 8675.9 kJ/mol
Molecular Weight: 228.37 g/mol
XLogP3: 5.3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
Rotatable Bond Count: 12
Exact Mass: 228.208930132 g/mol

Monoisotopic Mass: 228.208930132 g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area: 37.3Å²
Heavy Atom Count: 16
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 155
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0

Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
CAS number: 544-63-8
EC number: 208-875-2
Hill Formula: C₁₄H₂₈O₂
Chemical formula: CH₃(CH₂)₁₂COOH
Molar Mass: 228.38 g/mol
HS Code: 2915 90 70
Boiling point: 326 °C (1013 hPa)
Density: 0.8622 g/cm3 (54 °C)

Melting Point:58.5 °C
Vapor pressure: <0.01 hPa (20 °C)
Solubility: 1.07 mg/l
CAS number: 544-63-8
EC number: 208-875-2
Hill Formula: C₁₄H₂₈O₂
Chemical formula: CH₃(CH₂)₁₂COOH
Molar Mass: 228.38 g/mol
HS Code: 2915 90 70
Boiling point: 326 °C (1013 hPa)

Density: 0.8622 g/cm3 (54 °C)
Melting Point: 58.5 °C
Vapor pressure: <0.01 hPa (20 °C)
Solubility: 1.07 mg/l
Physical state: scales
Color: white
Odor: No data available
Melting point/freezing point:
Melting point: 58,5 °C
Initial boiling point and boiling range:
250 °C at 133 hPa, 326 °C at 1.013 hPa

Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
Flash point: > 113,00 °C - closed cup
Autoignition temperature: No data available
Decomposition temperature: No data available
pH: No data available
Viscosity
Viscosity, kinematic: No data available
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available

Water solubility: No data available
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: No data available
Vapor pressure: No data available
Density: 0,8622 g/cm3 at 54 °C
Relative density: No data available
Relative vapor density: No data available
Particle characteristics: No data available
Explosive properties: No data available
Oxidizing properties: none
Other safety information: No data available

Appearance: white to pale yellow waxy crystalline powder (est)
Assay: 98.00 to 100.00 sum of isomers
Water Content: <0.20%
Food Chemicals Codex Listed: Yes
Melting Point: 53.00 to 56.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 250.00 °C. @ 100.00 mm Hg
Boiling Point: 242.00 to 249.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
Congealing Point: 48.00 to 55.00 °C.
Saponification Value: 242.00 to 251.00
Unsaponifiable Matter: <1.00%
Vapor Density: >1 ( Air = 1 )

Flash Point: > 230.00 °F. TCC ( > 110.00 °C. )
logP (o/w): 6.110
Soluble in: alcohol, chloroform, ether
water, 1.07 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp)
Molecular Weight: 228.37 g/mol
XLogP3: 5.3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 2
Rotatable Bond Count: 12

Exact Mass: 228.208930132 g/mol
Monoisotopic Mass: 228.208930132 g/mol
Topological Polar Surface Area: 37.3 Å²
Heavy Atom Count: 16
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 155
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0

Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
Formal Name: tetradecanoic acid
CAS Number: 544-63-8
Synonyms: C14:0, FA 14:0, NSC 5028
Molecular Formula: C14H28O2
Formula Weight: 228.4
Purity: ≥98%
Formulation: A crystalline solid

Solubility: DMF: 15 mg/ml, DMSO: 12 mg/ml, Ethanol: 15 mg/ml
SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(O)=O
InChI Code: InChI=1S/C14H28O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14(15)16/h2-13H2,1H3,(H,15,16)
InChI Key: TUNFSRHWOTWDNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Side Chain Carbon Sum: 14:0
Chemical Formula: C14H28O2
Average Molecular Weight: 228.3709
Monoisotopic Molecular Weight: 228.20893014
IUPAC Name: tetradecanoic acid

Traditional Name: myristic acid
CAS Registry Number: 544-63-8
SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(O)=O
InChI Identifier: InChI=1S/C14H28O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14(15)16/h2-13H2,1H3,(H,15,16)
InChI Key: TUNFSRHWOTWDNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling Point: 326.2°C
Melting Point: 54.4°C
pH: 7.0
Solubility: Insoluble in water
Viscosity: Low

FIRST AID MEASURES of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
-Description of first-aid measures:
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed
After swallowing:
Make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult doctor if feeling unwell.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
-Environmental precautions:
No special precautionary measures necessary.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Water
Foam
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
none

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Skin protection:
Full contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
Splash contact:
Material: Nitrile rubber
Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm
Break through time: 480 min
-Control of environmental exposure:
No special precautionary measures necessary.

HANDLING and STORAGE of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of MYRISTIC ACID (C14):
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
-Conditions to avoid:
no information available
-Incompatible materials:
No data available