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Myristic acid

United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard

Synonym(s):

1-Tridecanecarboxylic acid, C14:0, NSC 5028, Tetradecanoic acid

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Linear Formula:
CH3(CH2)12COOH
CAS Number:
544-63-8
Molecular Weight:
228.37
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
508624
MDL number:
MFCD00002744
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
PubChem Substance ID:
329750506
NACRES:
NA.24

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grade

pharmaceutical primary standard

API family

myristic acid

form

powder

manufacturer/tradename

USP

bp

250 °C/100 mmHg (lit.)

mp

52-54 °C (lit.)

application(s)

USP Biologics
pharmaceutical (small molecule)

format

neat

SMILES string

CCCCCCCCCCCCCC(O)=O

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

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General description

Myristic acid, a saturated fatty acid, is an essential component in many microbiological applications. It is used in the synthesis of surfactants and emulsifiers, which play a key role in stabilizing biologic formulations. In pharmaceutical contexts, it is involved in the creation of liposomal formulations, enhancing the bioavailability and delivery of therapeutic agents. Its physicochemical properties are crucial in maintaining the structural integrity of biologic products.

The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics.

This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Application

Myristic acid USP Reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monograph such as Palmitic Acid

Analysis Note

These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.  ​

Other Notes

Sales restrictions may apply.
This product is part of USP Biologics Program.
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pha
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.

Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk_germany

nwg

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

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