Description

Myristic Acid 3-(2-Methylpiperidino)Propyl Ester is a specialty organic compound belonging to the class of fatty acid amides and esters. This chemical is valued for its unique surfactant and emulsifying properties, derived from the combination of a myristic acid chain and a 2-methylpiperidine moiety. It serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive in advanced formulations for the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and personal care industries, where precise chemical performance is required.

Application

• As a pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring specific solubility and bioavailability profiles.
• Functioning as a corrosion inhibitor and additive in specialty industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• Utilized as a surfactant and emulsifying agent in the formulation of agrochemicals, such as pesticides and herbicides, to enhance dispersion and efficacy.
• Employed in personal care and cosmetic formulations as a skin-conditioning agent and emulsion stabilizer.
• Serving as a chemical intermediate for further organic synthesis, particularly in creating quaternary ammonium compounds or other specialty surfactants.
• Potential use as a research chemical in academic and industrial laboratories for studying surface-active properties and chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Myristic Acid 3-(2-Methylpiperidino)Propyl Ester
CAS No.	64038-90-0
Molecular Formula	C23H45NO2
Molecular Weight	367.61 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Methyl-1-piperidinyl)propyl tetradecanoate; Tetradecanoic acid, 3-(2-methyl-1-piperidinyl)propyl ester; 2-Methylpiperidine propyl myristate; Myristic acid 3-(2-methylpiperidino)propyl ester; N-Myristoyl-3-(2-methylpiperidino)propanol; 64038-90-0; Propyl myristate, 3-(2-methylpiperidino)-; 3-(2-Methylpiperidino)propyl myristate
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Quality Control

Our Myristic Acid 3-(2-Methylpiperidino)Propyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.89 - 0.92
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470

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