Description

Myristic Acid 2,3-Bis(Trimethylsilyloxy)Propyl Ester is a specialized organosilicon derivative of myristic acid, designed for applications requiring precise surface modification and controlled reactivity. This compound matters for its ability to impart hydrophobic and silylating properties to substrates, enhancing performance in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and specialty chemical industries for use as an intermediate or functional additive.

Application

• As a key silylating agent and hydrophobic modifier in pharmaceutical synthesis.
• An intermediate for producing specialty surfactants and emulsifiers with unique solubility profiles.
• A functional additive in personal care formulations, such as sunscreens and creams, to improve texture and water resistance.
• Used in the surface treatment of silica and other inorganic materials to control hydrophobicity and dispersion.
• A reagent in organic synthesis for protecting hydroxyl groups or introducing trimethylsilyl functionalities.
• Potential use in the development of release coatings and pressure-sensitive adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Myristic Acid 2,3-Bis(Trimethylsilyloxy)Propyl Ester
CAS No.	1188-73-4
Molecular Formula	C23H50O4Si2
Molecular Weight	446.82 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Bis(trimethylsiloxy)propyl myristate; Tetradecanoic acid, 2,3-bis[(trimethylsilyl)oxy]propyl ester; Myristic acid 2,3-bis(trimethylsiloxy)propyl ester; Propylene glycol myristate, bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(tetradecanoyloxy)-, 1,2-bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; Glycerol 1-myristate 2,3-bis(trimethylsilyl) ether; TGMS (Trimethylsilyl Glycerol Myristate)
EINECS	214-695-9

Quality Control

Our production of Myristic Acid 2,3-Bis(Trimethylsilyloxy)Propyl Ester adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All materials are manufactured and tested in facilities that follow cGMP guidelines where applicable. Comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is sensitive to strong alkali and moisture; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent hydrolysis and maintain stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Density (20°C)	0.90 - 0.95 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.