Description

Cholesteryl Myristate CAS NO 1989-52-2 is a high-purity cholesterol ester, specifically the myristic acid ester of cholesterol, valued for its role as a key intermediate and functional material in advanced research and industrial formulations. Its primary significance lies in its ability to modify the physical properties of lipid bilayers, making it a critical component for studying membrane biophysics and developing specialized delivery systems. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality lipid components.

Application

• Liposome & Nanoparticle Formulation: Used as a stabilizing agent and membrane fluidity modulator in drug delivery vehicles.
• Biomimetic Membrane Research: A key component in model membrane systems (e.g., lipid bilayers, vesicles) for studying cholesterol interactions and domain formation.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in high-end creams and lotions.
• Liquid Crystal & Display Technology: Serves as a chiral dopant or component in thermotropic liquid crystal mixtures for electro-optical devices.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) for quality control and metabolic studies.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in studies of lipid metabolism, atherosclerosis, and steroid hormone synthesis pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cholesteryl Myristate
CAS No.	1989-52-2
Molecular Formula	C41H72O2
Molecular Weight	597.0 g/mol
Synonyms	Cholest-5-en-3β-ol tetradecanoate; 3β-Hydroxycholest-5-ene 3-tetradecanoate; Cholesterol myristate; Myristic acid cholesteryl ester; Tetradecanoic acid cholesteryl ester; Cholesterin myristate; NSC 8798
EINECS	217-881-0

Quality Control

Our Cholesteryl Myristate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by FT-IR and purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	90°C - 95°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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