1-Tetradecanol

Independent reference data for 1-Tetradecanol (CAS 112-72-1), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

CIR ingredient: Myristyl AlcoholUsed as a chemical intermediate, emulsion stabilizer, fragrance, and viscosity increasing agent; Used in plasticizers, anti-foam agents, soaps, perfumes, detergents, suppositories, creams, shampoos, toothpaste, and cleaning preparations; [HSDB]

Synonyms and trade names

1-TETRADECANOL; Tetradecan-1-ol; 112-72-1; Myristyl alcohol; Tetradecyl alcohol; n-Tetradecanol; Myristic alcohol; Loxanol V; n-Tetradecyl alcohol; Lanette K; n-Tetradecanol-1; 1-Hydroxytetradecane; Alfol 14; Dytol R-52; C14 alcohol; Alcohol(C14)

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FORMULATION AID, LUBRICANT OR RELEASE AGENT FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS Flavoring Agents CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Myristyl Alcohol) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Emulsion stabilizing; Skin conditioning; Viscosity controlling; Emollient; Foam boosting
GHS notification summary	15% (312 / 2077)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	15% (312 / 2077)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (33.1%), H319 (46.6%), H400 (13.5%), H410 (29%), H411 (13%), H412 (26.9%), H320, H401

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 15% (312 of 2077) of reports.

H315 (33.1%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

What the public record says

1-Tetradecanol · CAS 112-72-1 · C14H30O. UNII V42034O9PU. Boiling Point: 505.8 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 295.8 °C; Melting Point: 99.7 °F (USCG, 1999).

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.