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Product Information


BRI Product Number: 884
BRI Product Name: MYRISTIC ACID (NATURAL)
CAS Number: 544-63-8
FEMA Number: 2764
Council Of Europe Number: 16
Molecular Weight: 228.38
Molecular Formula: C14H28O2   Structure
Synonyms: 1-Tridecanecarboxylic acid
MYRISTIC ACID (NATURAL)
n-Tetradecoic acid
Tetradecanoic acid
CAS Name: Tetradecanoic acid

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Odor Description: A faint oily odor.
Fragrance Use: Used in artificial orris fragrances.
Flavor Use: Used in butter flavors.
Recommended Use Level: 10%

SPECIFICATIONSChromatograph
Minimum Purity: 98.5%
Appearance: white flakes

TECHNICAL INFORMATION MSDS
Flash Point: 230 deg F (CC)
Boiling Point (approx): 250C @ 100 mmHg
Melting Point: 55 deg C
Solubility: Insol in water; sol (45%) in alcohol.
Kosher: YES   Certificate
Halal: YES   Certificate
Regulatory Status: TSCA AICS CHINA DSL ECL EINECS(208-875-2) ENCS PICCS SWISS
RIFM Monograph: YES
Natural: YES
Nature Identical: YES
Export Tariff Code: 2915.70.0100
Shipped as Dangerous Good: NO

PACKAGING AND STORAGE
Recommended Packaging: Plastic
Shelf Life: 60 months from manufacture date
Recommended Storage: Store tightly sealed container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Additives: None

Last Revised: 02/04/2010