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Sigma-Aldrich® Myristic Acid ≥98.0% (Gc), 50G
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Specifications:
| Application | Organic Synthesis | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Amino Acid & Biochemicals | Forms | Powder |
| Product Brand | Sigma-Aldrich | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | C₁₄H₂₈O₂ |
Sigma-Aldrich™ Myristic Acid is a high-purity saturated fatty acid supplied as a powder and suitable for use in biochemical, lipid research, food science, formulation, and organic chemistry applications. Also known as tetradecanoic acid, myristic acid is a C14:0 fatty acid with a carboxylic acid functional group and is commonly used as a lipid standard, fatty acid reagent, and research-grade biochemical compound.
With a purity of ≥98.0% by GC, this product is suitable for laboratories requiring consistent fatty acid quality for analytical, formulation, and experimental workflows.
Key Features
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| High Purity | ≥98.0% by GC |
| Saturated Fatty Acid | C14:0 fatty acid, also known as tetradecanoic acid |
| Powder Form | Convenient solid format for laboratory handling |
| Carboxylic Acid Functionality | Useful in lipid chemistry, formulation, and derivatization workflows |
| Ambient Shipping | Shipped at ambient temperature |
| Room Temperature Storage | Store at room temperature under suitable dry conditions |
Chemical Properties & Identifiers
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Myristic acid, ≥98.0% GC |
| Brand | Sigma-Aldrich™ |
| Synonyms | 1-Tridecanecarboxylic acid; C14:0; NSC 5028; Tetradecanoic acid |
| CAS Number | 544-63-8 |
| Linear Formula | CH₃(CH₂)₁₂COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 228.37 g/mol |
| EC Number | 208-875-2 |
| MDL Number | MFCD00002744 |
| Beilstein / REAXYS Number | 508624 |
| PubChem Substance ID | 329762234 |
| UNSPSC Code | 12352211 |
| NACRES | NA.25 |
| Quality Level | 100 |
| Assay | ≥98.0% by GC |
| Form | Powder |
| Boiling Point | 250 °C / 100 mmHg |
| Melting Point | 52–54 °C; 53–56 °C |
| Functional Group | Carboxylic acid |
| Lipid Type | Saturated fatty acid |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCC(O)=O |
| InChI Key | TUNFSRHWOTWDNC-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Shipping Condition | Ambient |
| Storage Temperature | Room temperature |
Applications
Sigma-Aldrich™ Myristic Acid is suitable for:
- Lipid and fatty acid research
- Biochemical and metabolic studies
- Food ingredient safety and formulation research
- Organic synthesis and derivatization workflows
- Preparation of fatty acid standards and reference materials
- Lipid-based formulation studies
- Gene delivery and lipoplex research applications
- Pharmaceutical, nutritional, and analytical chemistry research
Ordering Information
| SKU | Pack Size |
|---|---|
| 70082-50G | 50 g |
| 70082-1KG | 1 kg |
Storage & Handling
Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Keep in a dry, well-ventilated area and protect from excessive moisture, heat, and incompatible materials. Handle using appropriate laboratory personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coat, and eye protection.
Research Use Statement
For laboratory and research use. Follow applicable laboratory safety procedures and product safety documentation when handling.
- Pack Size: 1kg 50g