Synonyms: 1-Tridecanecarboxylic acid; C14:0; NSC 5028; Tetradecanoic acid
Formula: CH3(CH2)12COOH
Formula Weight: 228.37
CAS No.: 544-63-8
Purity: ≥99.5% (GC)
Biochem/physiol Actions: Myristic acid is commonly added via a covalent linkage to the N-terminal glycine of many eukaryotic and viral proteins, a process called myristoylation. Myristoylation enables proteins to bind to cell membranes and facilitates protein-protein interactions. Myristolyation of proteins affect many cellular functions and thus has implications in health and disease 1.
Other Notes: Binding to serum albumin2
Assay: ≥99.5% (GC)
BP: 250°C/100 mmHg(lit.)
Grade: analytical standard
MP: 52-54°C(lit.)
Shelf Life: (limited shelf life, expiry date on the label)