Olfactionary1-Tetradecanol
At a glance
1‑Tetradecanol (myristyl alcohol) is a C14 fatty alcohol obtained by reducing tetradecanoic acid from natural fats (palm, coconut) or synthetically; it has a mild waxy, fatty scent and serves as a fixative and emollient in perfumery.
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