| Commercial Name | Myristic Acid 99% |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Myristic Acid 99% / Myristic Acid C14-99, Fatty Acid C1499, RSPO MB |
| Group of Chemicals | Fatty Acid |
| Common Name | Tetradecanoic Acid, Myristic Acid |
| H.S Code | 2915.90.2000 |
| CAS Number | 544-63-8 |
| EC Number | 208-875-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C14H28O2 |
| Myristic Acid C14-99 - Specification | Myristic Acid C14-99 - Specification |
| SDS - Safety Data Sheet | Myristic Acid C14-99 - SDS - Safety Data Sheet - MSDS |
| TDS - Technical Data Sheet | Myristic Acid C14-99 Technical Data Sheet - TDS |
| COA - Certificate of Analysis | Myristic Acid C14-99 - COA - Certificate of Analysis |
| Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use | No further relevant information available. |
| Application of Myristic Acid | Myristic Acid (C14-99) is a versatile fatty acid widely used across personal care, cosmetics, and industrial applications. It acts as an effective emulsifier, cleansing agent, and surfactant, making it a key ingredient in soaps, facial cleansers, shaving creams, and shampoos. In skincare formulations, Myristic Acid helps enhance foam stability and texture, while improving product consistency. It is also used in the production of detergents, lubricants, and oleochemical derivatives, supporting efficient formulation performance. Due to its reliable functionality and palm-based origin, Myristic Acid remains an essential raw material in modern cosmetic and industrial manufacturing. |
| Details of the Manufacturer / Supplier | Mars Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd® |
| Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | |
| Contact Person | Safety and Health Manager - Officer / Quality Control Manager - Chemist |
| info@marsoleo.com | |
| Telephone | +60 3 21175031 |
| Classification of substance or mixture | The substance is not classified, according to the Globally Harmonised System (GHS). |
| Label Elements | |
|---|---|
| GHS label elements | Not applicable |
| Hazard pictograms | Not applicable |
| Signal word | Not applicable |
| Hazard statements | Not applicable |
| Others Hazards according to Regulation (EU) 2017/2100 for substance contains endocrine disrupting properties | |
| Results of PBT and vPvB assessment |
PBT: Not applicable vPvB: Not applicable |
| General Chemical Description | Tetradecanoic Acid, Myristic Acid C14-99 | ||
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| Chemical Family | Fatty Acid - Saturated Fatty Acids | ||
| Chemical Name | Myristic Acid | ||
| Molecular Formula | C14H28O2 | ||
| H.S Code | 2915.90.2000 | ||
| Physical Appearance | Physical Appearance | ||
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | EINECS Number | % by wt. |
| Myristic Acid - Tetradecanoic Acid | 544-63-8 | 208-875-2 | 99% |
| Additional information | This product is not classified as hazardous to health or environment according to GHS. | ||
| General Information | No special measures required. |
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| After Inhalation | Supply fresh air; consult doctor in case of complaints. |
| After Skin contact | Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. If skin irritation continues, consult a doctor |
| After Eye contact | Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. |
| After Swallowing | Call a doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting; call for medical help immediately. Rinse out mouth and then drink plenty of water. |
| Information for doctor: | |
| Most Important Symptoms and Effects, both Acute and delayed | No further relevant information available. |
| Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed | No further relevant information available. |
| Extinguishing Media | |
|---|---|
| Suitable extinguishing agents | Sand, CO2, powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Use fire extinguishing methods suitable to surrounding conditions. |
| For safety reasons unsuitable extinguishing agent | Water with full jet |
| Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture | No further relevant information available. |
| Hazardous Thermal Decomposition | Upon combustion CO, CO2, hydrocarbons, soot, aldehydes and ketones are formed |
| Advice for Firefighters | Avoid breathing dust / fume / gas / mist / vapours / spray. |
| Protective equipment | In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. |
| Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures | Use respiratory protective device against the effects of fumes/dust/aerosol Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. |
| Environmental precautions | Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course. |
| Methods and material for containment and cleaning up | Dispose of the material collected according to regulations |
| Reference to other sections | See Section 7 for information on safe handling. See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information. |
| Precautions for safe handling | Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. |
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| Information about fire - and explosion protection: | Dust can combine with air to form an explosive mixture. Keep ignition sources away - Do not smoke. Keep respiratory protective device available. |
| Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities | |
| Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles | Store only in the original receptacle. |
| Information about storage in one common storage facility | Store away from oxidizing agents. |
| Further information about storage conditions: | Keep container tightly sealed. Protect from heat and direct sunlight. |
| Specific end use(s) | No further relevant information available. |
| Additional information about design of technical facilities | No further data; see section 7. | |
| Control Parameters | ||
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| Ingredients with limit values that require monitoring at the workplace | Not required | |
| Exposure Controls Appropriate | ||
| Personal protective Equipment: | ||
| General protective and hygienic measures | Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Immediately remove all soiled and contaminated clothing Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Be sure to clean skin thoroughly after work and before breaks. |
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| Respiratory Protection | Suitable respiratory protective device recommended. | |
| Protection of hands | The glove material has to be impermeable and resistant to the product/ the substance/ the preparation. | |
| Material of gloves | The selection of the suitable gloves does not only depend on the material, but also on further marks of quality and varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. | |
| Penetration time of glove material | The exact break through time has to be found out by the manufacturer of the protective gloves and has to be observed. | |
| Eye protection | Safety glasses | |
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Myristic Acid |
| Appearance: Form | Solid |
| Colour | White Colour |
| Odour | Light |
| Odour threshold | Not determined. |
| pH Value | Not Determined |
| Change in Condition | |
| Melting point/freezing point | ca. 52 - 54 °C |
| Boiling point/boiling range | Not determined. |
| Flammability (solid, gas) | Not Applicable - Product is not flammable. |
| Auto-ignition Temp. | Not determined. |
| Flash point | ca. 175 °C (Cleveland Open Cup) |
| Decomposition temperature | Not Determined |
| Explosive properties | Product does not present an explosion hazard. |
| Lower Explosion Limit | Lower Explosion Limit |
| Upper Explosion Limit | Not Determined |
| Vapour pressure at 20 °C | ca. 0.0065 hPa |
| Density at 20 °C | ca. 0.898 g/cm³ |
| Bulk density at 20 °C | ca. 850 kg/m³ |
| Relative Density | Not determined |
| Vapour Density | Not Applicable |
| Evaporation rate | Not Applicable |
| Solubility in/Miscibility with water at 20 °C | 0.00005 g/L |
| Partition coefficient : n-octanol/water | 6.11 log Kow |
| Viscosity | |
| Viscosity Dynamic at 60 °C | ca. 7.48 mPas |
| Kinematic | Not applicable |
| Reactivity | No further relevant information available. |
| Chemical stability | Stable at environment temperature. |
| Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided | No decomposition if used according to specifications |
| Possibility of hazardous reactions | Risk of dust explosion if enriched with fine dust in the presence of air. |
| Conditions to avoid | See Section 7 for information of safe handling. |
| Incompatible materials | See Section 7 for information of safe handling. |
| Hazardous decomposition products |
Irritant gases / vapours Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide |
| Information on Toxicological Effects | |||
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| Acute Toxicity | |||
| LD/LC50 values relevant for classification | |||
| 544-63-8 Myristic Acid | Oral | LD50 | >10,000 mg/kg bw (Rat) (US FHSA-FR 17-9-1964, CAS # 544-63-8) |
| Dermal | LD50 | 5,000 mg/kg (rabbit) (RIFM. 5-2 1-1976 Report, RA Ethyl myristate) | |
| Primary irritant effect | |||
| Skin corrosion / irritation | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
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544-63-8 Myristic Acid Skin corrosion / irritation |
Irritation of skin | skin corrosion/ irritation | (rabbit) (Draize Test, CAS # 544-63-8) |
| Serious eye damage / irritation | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
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544-63-8 Myristic Acid Serious eye damage / irritation |
Irritation of eyes | Eye damage / irritation | (rabbit) (Draize Test, CAS # 544-63-8) |
| Respiratory or skin sensitization | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
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544-63-8 Myristic Acid Respiratory or skin sensitization |
Sensitisation | Sensitisation | (Guinea pig) (CIR Report, RA isopropyl myristate) |
| CMR Effects (Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity and toxicity for reproduction) | |||
| Germ cell mutagenicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Carcinogenicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Reproductive toxicity | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Toxicity for reproduction | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - single exposure | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Specific target organ toxicity (STOT) - repeated exposure | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Aspiration hazard | Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met. | ||
| Toxicity | ||
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| Aquatic Toxicity | ||
| 544-63-8 Myristic Acid | EC50 (16h) (static) | >27 mg/L (crustaceans) (CAS # 544-630-8) |
| LC50 (96h) (static) | >20 mg/L (Fish, Oncorhyncus kisutch) (RA myristic acid, sodium salt) | |
| LC50 (48h) (static) | >10,000 mg/L (Fish, Leuciscus idus) (DIN38412) | |
| Persistence and Degradability | Readily biodegradable. | |
| Read-across CAS 143-07-7 (C12) : BCF for Lauric acid (C12) = 225 L/kg | ||
| Other information | CAS No. 544-63-8 : OECD 301D Ready Biodegradability Test Closed Bottle / Aerobic Domestic sewage, STW effluent, 2mg/l test substance 85% degradation after 30 days. | |
| Behavior in Environmental Systems | ||
| Bio accumulative Potential | Does not accumulate in organisms | |
| Mobility in Soil | CAS # 143-07-7 (C12): Koc 501.3 | |
| CAS # 544-63-8 (C14): Koc 3,430 | ||
| Additional Ecological Information | ||
| General notes | Not hazardous for water. | |
| Result of PBT and vPvB assessment |
PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable |
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| Other Adverse Effects | No further relevant information available. | |
| Waste treatment methods Recommendation | Must be specially treated adhering to official regulations. |
| Uncleaned Packaging Recommendation | Disposal must be made accordingly to official regulations. |
| Not a hazardous material according to RID/ADR, GGVS/GGVE, ADNR, IMDG, ICAO-TI / IATADGR. | |
| UN-Number | |
| UN Proper Shipping Name | Not regulated |
| Land Transport (ADR/RID) | Not regulated |
| Maritime Transport (IMDG) | Not regulated |
| Air Transport (IATA) | Not Regulated |
| UN "Model Regulation" | Not Regulated |
| Transport Hazard class(es) | |
| Land Transport (ADR/RID) | Not Regulated |
| Maritime Transport (IMDG) | Not Regulated |
| Air Transport (IATA) | Not Regulated |
| Packing Group | |
| Land Transport (ADR/RID) | Not Regulated |
| Maritime Transport (IMDG) | Not Regulated |
| Air Transport (IATA) | Not Regulated |
| Environmental Hazards | |
| Marine Pollutant (Yes/No) | No |
| Special Precautions for User | Not applicable |
| Maritime Transport in Bulk Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code | Not applicable |
| UN "Model Regulation" | Not regulated |
| Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture | |
| EHS reference list | Substance is not listed. |
| GHS label elements | Not Applicable |
| Hazard pictograms | Not Applicable |
| Signal word | Not Applicable |
| Hazard statements | Not Applicable |
| Directive 2012/18/EU | |
| Named dangerous substances - ANNEX I | Substance is not listed |
| Other regulations, limitations and prohibitive regulations | |
| Positive Country Substance Listing for CAS No. 544-63-8 | USA (TSCA), Canada (DSL), Europe (EINECS): 208-875-2, Japan (ENCS): 2-608, Australia (AIIC), Korea (KECI/ KECL): KE-33346, China (IECSC): 31045, Philippines (PICCS), New Zealand (NZIoC), Taiwan (TCSI), Mexico (INSQ), Thailand (TECI), Vietnam (VNCI). |
| Note | The substance name and CAS numbers which are used for this product in the stated inventories may deviate from the information listed in Section 3. |
| Chemical safety assessment | A Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out. |
| The information provided in this Safety Data sheet is correct to the best of Mars Oleochemicals knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release, and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific product designated and may not be valid for such product when used in combination with any other material or in any process, unless specified in this SDS. MARS OLEO specifically disclaims any liability for any loss, injury or damage which may result from user or misuse of this product. | |
| All chemicals should be handled only by competent personnel, within a controlled environment. It is the buyers/ user's responsibility to ensure that his activities comply with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws, and to determine the conditions necessary for the safe user of this product. MARS OLEOCHEMICALS urges each customer or recipient of this SDS to study it carefully and consult appropriate expertise, as necessary or appropriate, to become aware of and understand the data contained in this SDS and any hazards associated with the product. | |
| Abbreviations and Acronyms | |
|---|---|
| RID | Règlement international concernant le transport des marchandises dangereuses par chemin de fer (Regulations Concerning the International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Rail) |
| ICAO | International Civil Aviation Organisation |
| BCF | Bioconcentration Factor |
| NOAEL | No Observed Adverse Effect Leve |
| RA | Read-across |
| LDLo | Lowest Published Lethal Dose |
| VOID | Not regulated / Not Classified / Not a Dangerous Good |
| LoS | Limit of Solubility |
| COS | Cornea Opacity Score |
| COC | Cleveland Open Cup |
| ADR | Accord relatif au transport international des marchandises dangereuses par route (European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road) |
| LLNA | Local Lymph Node Assay |
| NOEC | No Observed Effect Concentration |
| OECD | Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development |
| DNEL | Derived No-Effect Level |
| STP | Sewage Treatment Plant |
| ADG | The Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road & Rail |
| SCL | Specific Concentration Limit |
| LOEC | Lowest Observed Effect Concentration |
| SSWL | Skin Surface Water Loss |
| IMDG | International Maritime Code for Dangerous Goods |
| IATA | International Air Transport Association |
| EINECS | European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances |
| CAS | Chemical Abstracts Service (division of the American Chemical Society) |
| LC50 | Lethal concentration, 50 percent |
| LD50 | Lethal dose, 50 percent |
| PBT | Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic |
| vPvB | very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative |
| Skin Corr. 1 | Skin corrosion or irritation - Category 1 |
| Skin Irrit. 2 | Skin corrosion or irritation - Category 2 |
| Eye Dam. 1 | Serious eye damage or eye irritation - Category 1 |
| Eye Irrit. 2 | Serious eye damage or eye irritation - Category 2 |
| Aquatic Chronic 3 | Hazardous to the aquatic environment - chronic hazard - Category 3 |
| Sources |
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| Annex 12 of Resolution MEPC.225(64) 2012 Amendments to The International Code for The Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IBC Code). |
| ECHA Substance Registered Database for CAS No. 544-63-8. |
| Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Third Revised Edition. |
| IMO (2007). IBC Code 2007 Edition. |
| IMO (2014). IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. Incorporating Amendment 37-14. 2014 Edition, Volume 1 & 2. |
| ICOP (2014). The Industry Code of Practice on Chemical Classification and Hazard Communication. |
| ICOP (2019). The Industry Code of Practice on Chemical Classification and Hazard Communication (Amendment). |
| IMO (2020). IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code. Incorporating Amendment 40-20. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Commission Regulation (EU) No 453/2010. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Commission Regulation (EU) 2015/830. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008. |
| Official Journal of the European Union Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. |
| Data compared to the previous version altered. |
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MARS OLEOCHEMICALS® Revision 1 (Mar 31, 2023) New issuance of GHS SDS according to ChemGes. Revision 2 (January 01, 2025) |
| Department issuing SDS : Product Safety & Regulations Department |
| Contact: Product Safety & Regulations - Info@marsoleo.com |
| SDS Updated Date - 1 Jan 2025 |
| SDS Creation Date - 31 March 2023 |
| Version 2.00 |
| Disclaimer : This Safety Data Sheet does not constitute any warranty or guarantee as to the quality, properties, condition or otherwise of the product. It has been prepared from the best knowledge available to us and we shall not be liable for any insufficiency or inaccuracy in such information in any case whatsoever. |
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