12-methyl Myristic acid methyl ester is a methylated fatty acid methyl ester that has been found in vermicomposts of cattle manure, carica papaya leaves, and cuticular wax of K. africana. It is a volatile compound in lipid-lowering granulated tea. Levels of 12-methyl myristic acid methyl ester are decreased in T. cruzi treated with nifurtimox compared to non-treated controls.

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C16H32O2

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12-methyl Myristic Acid methyl ester

Chloroform:Soluble
Ether:Soluble
Ethanol:Soluble
Powder: -20°C for 3 years
In solvent: -80°C for 2 years