1-Tetradecanol

1Identification

Name

1-Tetradecanol

IUPAC name

tetradecan-1-ol

CAS number

112-72-1 (also reported: 27196-00-5, 67762-30-5, 67762-41-8)

EC number

204-000-3

Molecular formula

C14H30O

Molecular weight

214.39 g/mol

InChIKey

HLZKNKRTKFSKGZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES

CCCCCCCCCCCCCCO

PubChem CID

8209

Synonyms

Tetradecan-1-ol, 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)

Recommended uses

• CIR ingredient: Myristyl Alcohol
  Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR)
• Used 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]
  Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases
• For 1-tetradecanol (USEPA/OPP Pesticide Code: 001510) ACTIVE products with label matches. /SRP: Registered for use in the U.S. but approved pesticide uses may change periodically and so federal, state and local authorities must be consulted for currently approved uses./
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• Surfactant (surface active agent) Solvent Lubricating agent Intermediate Cleaning agent Stabilizing agent Emulsifier Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable
  EPA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR)
• Not Known or Reasonably Ascertainable Cleaning agent Lubricating agent Solvent
  EPA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR)

Use categories: Fragrance Ingredients · Cosmetics -> Emollient; Viscosity controlling; Emulsion stabilizing; Skin conditioning; Foam boosting

Description

• Tetradecanol is a colorless thick liquid (heated) with a faint alcohol odor. Solidifies and floats on water. (USCG, 1999)
  CAMEO Chemicals
• Tetradecan-1-ol is a long-chain fatty alcohol that is tetradecane substituted by a hydroxy group at position 1. It has a role as a pheromone, a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite. It is a tetradecanol and a long-chain primary fatty alcohol.
  ChEBI
• myristyl alcohol has been reported in Angelica gigas, Fusarium fujikuroi, and other organisms with data available.
  LOTUS - the natural products occurrence database

2Hazard identification

Signal word

Warning

Pictograms

GHS07, GHS09

Classification source

European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)

Precautionary statements

Other reported classifications

4 classification records exist across sources. Differences usually reflect purity, physical form or impurities.

NFPA 704 rating

• 0 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, would offer no hazard beyond that of ordinary combustible materials.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• 1 - Materials that must be preheated before ignition can occur. Materials require considerable preheating, under all ambient temperature conditions, before ignition and combustion can occur.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• 0 - Materials that in themselves are normally stable, even under fire conditions.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

Health hazards

• Low toxicity. Overexposure causes some central nervous system depression. Prolonged skin contact causes skin irritation. (USCG, 1999)
  CAMEO Chemicals

Hazards summary

• Low toxicity, but overexposure can cause CNS depression and prolonged skin contact causes irritation; [CAMEO] A moderate skin irritant; A mild eye irritant; [MSDSonline]
  Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases

3Composition / information on ingredients

This page describes the pure substance. Commercial products may be solutions or mixtures. Check Section 3 of your supplier's SDS for concentrations and other ingredients.

4First-aid measures

• INGESTION: induce vomiting and call a doctor; if necessary, support respiration. EYES AND SKIN: flush with copious amounts of water. (USCG, 1999)
  CAMEO Chemicals

5Fire-fighting measures

• Suitable extinguishing media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• To fight fire use carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

Hazardous combustion products

• Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Carbon oxides.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

6Accidental release measures

Spill cleanup

• Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• Prevent futher leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist, or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

7Handling and storage

• Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

8Exposure controls / personal protection

No occupational exposure limits found in our sources.

Personal protective equipment

• Goggles or face shield. (USCG, 1999)
  CAMEO Chemicals
• Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN 166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166 (EU).
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• Body Protection: Impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• Respiratory protection: For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type OP1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator. For higher level protection use type OV/AG/99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartriges. Use respirator and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

9Physical and chemical properties

10Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

• TETRADECANOL is an alcohol. Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of alcohols with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents. They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water. Oxidizing agents convert them to aldehydes or ketones. Alcohols exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior. They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides.
  CAMEO Chemicals
• Insoluble in water.
  CAMEO Chemicals

Incompatible materials and hazardous reactions

• ...Can react with oxidizing materials.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

11Toxicological information

Not available in the public sources we compile. Check Section 11 of the supplier's SDS.

12Ecological information

Environmental fate

• 1-Tetradecanol's production and use in organic synthesis, in plasticizers, as an anti-foam agent, perfume fixative for soaps and cosmetics, wetting agents and detergents, ointments and suppositories, shampoos, toothpaste, cold creams, and specialty cleaning preparations may result in its release to the environment through various waste streams. If released to air, a vapor pressure of 1.1X10-4 mm Hg at 25 °C indicates 1-tetradecanol will exist solely as a vapor in the atmosphere. Vapor-phase 1-tetradecanol will be degraded in the atmosphere by reaction with photochemically-produced hydroxyl radicals; the half-life for this reaction in air is estimated to be 18 hours.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

13Disposal considerations

• SRP: Recycle any unused portion of the material for its approved use or return it to the manufacturer or supplier. Ultimate disposal of the chemical must consider: the material's impact on air quality; potential migration in air, soil or water; effects on animal, aquatic and plant life; and conformance with environmental and public health regulations. If it is possible or reasonable use an alternative chemical product with less inherent propensity for occupational harm/injury/toxicity or environmental contamination.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

14Transport information

Not available in the public sources we compile. Check Section 14 of the supplier's SDS.

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15Regulatory information

• New Active Ingredients ... includes pesticide active ingredients initially registered after November 1, 1984, that currently have active product registrations. By law, these newer pesticides are not subject to the reregistration program. They must, however, meet the new safety standard of the FQPA, and will be reviewed on a 15-year cycle under the registration review program. ... Active Ingredient Number: 001510; Type of Pesticide: biological - insect pheromone; Use Site: food use; Year: 92.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
• Myristyl alcohol is an indirect food additive for use only as a component of adhesives.
  Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)

Overview of SDS regulations (OSHA HazCom, WHMIS, REACH/CLP) →

16Other information

Compiled from PubChem CID 8209 and the sources it aggregates (attributed inline). Data retrieved 2026-10-12. This summary describes the pure substance and is not a supplier SDS.