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    Myristic Acid

    Myristic Acid in Tradeasia

    IUPAC Name

    Tetradecanoic Acid

    Cas Number

    544-63-8

    HS Code

    2915.90.20.00

    Formula

    C14H28O2

    Basic Info

    Appearance

    White Flakes

    Common Names

    Tetradecanoic acid

    Packaging

    25 Kg Bags, 16 MT/20 FCL

    Brief Overview

    Myristic acid is a common fatty acid that is found in both plant oils and animal fats which is also known as tetradecanoic acid. It is found widely distributed in fats throughout the plant and animal kingdom, including common human food, for instance, nutmeg. Myristic acid is an important fatty acid, which the body utilizes to stabilize different proteins, including proteins used in the immune system.

    Manufacturing Process

    The industrial production of myristic acid is conducted by the saponification process of fatty oils. The chains of triglycerides are hydrolyzed to form chains of fatty acids and glycerine. Next, the glycerine is removed and the chains of fatty acids are purified through fractionation under vacuum conditions. Finally, the distillate of myristic acid is collected. The distillate of myristic acid is set to 99% composition at minimal. Based on the composition of myristic acid, higher energy and sophisticated fractionation design iis required to obtain a higher concentration of myristic acid content.

    Cosmetic Industry

    Myristic acid is used to manufacture isopropyl myristate, which is used in cosmetics where good absorption through the skin is desired. In facial creams, it is used as an emulsifier.

    Plastic Industry                                  

    Myristic acid is used as a plasticizer, intermediate, internal and external lubricant in the plastic industry.

    Other Applications

    Myristic acid is used as an anionic or non-ionic surfactant for chemicals, textiles, and food. It is used in the production of surface active agents, chemical reagents, etc. It is also used in topical medicinal preparations. Myristic acid is used in the production of soaps, because it adds hardness to soap, has good cleansing properties, and produces a nice fluffy lather.

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