Myristic acid
CAS number: 544-63-8
Synonyms: Tetradecanoic acid; l-Tridecanecarboxylic acid; n-Tetradecoic acid
Chemical class: Organic Acids
Industry claims found in: apple, banana, beef, beer, blackberry, brandy grape, butter, cantaloupe, cashew nuts, cheese (blue, cheddar)
Industry claims used in: non-alcoholic beverages, candy, baked good
Possible physical or functional effects: Lubricants and release agents; Surface-active agents
Properties: industry claims FEMA GRAS; used in cigarettes; used in smokeless tobacco; industry claims FDA approved food additive
Toxicology: LD50 (IV, mouse) 43 mg/kg; poison by intravenous route; human skin irritant; mutagenic data; heated to decomp., emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes