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14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid

Also known as Tetradecanoic acid, 14-hydroxy-, 14-hydroxymyristic acid, omega-hydroxy myristic acid

CAS 17278-74-9Formula C14H28O3Molar mass 244.38 g/mol
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14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid chemical structure, C14H28O3, CAS 17278-74-9
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
17278-74-9
Formula
C14H28O3
Molar mass
244.38 g/mol
HS code
291819
Category
Lipids and fatty acids

What is 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

14-hydroxymyristic acid is an -hydroxy-long-chain fatty acid that is myristic (tetradecanoic) acid substituted at position 14 by a hydroxy group. It is functionally related to a tetradecanoic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 14-hydroxymyristate.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
14-hydroxytetradecanoic acid
CAS number
17278-74-9 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C14H28O3
MDL number
MFCD19707605
InChIKey
JOSXCARTDOQGLV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C14H28O3/c15-13-11-9-7-5-3-1-2-4-6-8-10-12-14(16)17/h15H,1-13H2,(H,16,17)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
C(CCCCCCC(=O)O)CCCCCCO

Synonyms

  • Tetradecanoic acid, 14-hydroxy-
  • 14-hydroxymyristic acid
  • omega-hydroxy myristic acid
  • 14-hydroxy-tetradecanoic acid
  • omega-hydroxymyristic acid
  • 14-hydroxytetradecanoicacid
  • omega-hydroxytetradecanoic acid
  • 14-Hydroxymyristic acid, 95%
  • 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid, 98 +%
  • 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid -

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
244.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
244.2038 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
3.74calc.
Topological polar surface area
57.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
13calc.
Heavy atoms
17calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.93calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.19Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…

World exports in 2024
$1.37B
+0.5% vs 2023, imports $1.18B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.7%
  2. Italy14.7%
  3. India * partner reported12.0%
Top importers
  1. Germany11.7%
  2. South Korea9.8%
  3. Italy9.6%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

14-hydroxymyristic acid is an -hydroxy-long-chain fatty acid that is myristic (tetradecanoic) acid substituted at position 14 by a hydroxy group. It is functionally related to a tetradecanoic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a 14-hydroxymyristate.

What is the CAS number of 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

The CAS registry number of 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid is 17278-74-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

The molecular formula of 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid is C14H28O3 and its molar mass is 244.38 g/mol.

Is 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid is usually classified under HS code 291819 (Carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

Where can I buy 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

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What is the price of 14-Hydroxytetradecanoic acid?

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