1,2-Dimyristoyl-sn-glycerol (DMG) is a precursor to the DMG-PEG 2000 synthetic lipid commonly used to formulate lipid nanoparticles for use in mRNA vaccines. Stand-alone this lipid is suitable for a wide range of applications, including drug delivery, liposome formation, and protein stabilization. DMG is a versatile ingredient with a wide range of potential applications in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.