Myristic acidTriston·FollowSep 15, 2023--ListenShareMyristic acid, also known as tetradecanoic acid, is a naturally occurring long-chain saturated fatty acid. It is made using palm kernel oil, nutmeg butter, coconut oil and cow’s milk. Commercially, myristic acid salts are formed by reacting with basic substances such as sodium or potassium hydroxide, whereas myristic acid esters are formed by combining myristic acid with an alcohol. It is available as a crystalline solid, which is slightly yellow or white in color.