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Sigma-Aldrich

Methyl myristate

≥98%, FG

Synonym(s):

Methyl tetradecanoate, Myristic acid methyl ester

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Linear Formula:
CH3(CH2)12COOCH3
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
242.40
FEMA Number:
2722
Beilstein:
1773739
EC Number:
Council of Europe no.:
387
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
Flavis number:
9.106
NACRES:
NA.21
Organoleptic:
fatty; waxy
Grade:
FG
Kosher
Biological source:
synthetic
Agency:
meets purity specifications of JECFA
Food allergen:
no known allergens
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biological source

synthetic

Quality Level

grade

FG
Kosher

Agency

meets purity specifications of JECFA

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002
FDA 21 CFR 172.515

Assay

≥98%

refractive index

n20/D 1.436 (lit.)

bp

323 °C (lit.)

mp

18 °C (lit.)

density

0.855 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

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General description

Methyl myristate is a fatty acid methyl ester commonly used as a flavoring essence.
It is one of the main:
  • phytochemical constituent of Cycas Beddomei cones
  • volatile flavor component of γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) tea

Application


  • Modulating the hydrophobicity of cellulose by lipase-catalyzed transesterification.: This research discusses the use of methyl myristate for modifying cellulose properties through enzymatic processes, which can be crucial for developing hydrophobic materials for various industrial applications (Sharma et al., 2024).

  • Biosynthesis of insect sex pheromone precursors via engineered β-oxidation in yeast.: Demonstrates the synthesis of methyl myristate in yeast as a precursor to pheromones, suggesting its potential in bioengineering for sustainable agricultural practices (Petkevicius et al., 2022).

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

233.6 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

112.0 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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