Description

Trimyristin CAS NO 555-45-3 is a saturated triglyceride derived from myristic acid, serving as a high-purity reference standard and a key biochemical building block. This compound is valued for its defined chemical structure and consistent performance in research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research laboratories in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and specialty chemical sectors for product development and quality control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used for the identification, assay, and calibration in analytical methods for lipid-based drug formulations and excipients.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a substrate or model compound in enzymatic studies, particularly for lipase activity assays and metabolic pathway research.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredient: Functions as an emollient, texture enhancer, and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and makeup products.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of surfactants, lubricants, and other oleochemical derivatives.
• Food Science Research: Employed as a pure component in studies related to fat crystallization, texture analysis, and nutritional science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimyristin
CAS No.	555-45-3
Molecular Formula	C45H86O6
Molecular Weight	723.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyceryl trimyristate; Myristin; 1,2,3-Tritetradecanoylglycerol; Glycerol tritetradecanoate; NSC 4065; Dynasan 114; TAG 54:0 (C14:0); Trimyrin
EINECS	209-098-1

Quality Control

Our Trimyristin is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, with specifications tailored to meet the requirements of research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee full 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). The product is stable under these conditions but should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	56 - 58 °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.