Description

1-(Dimethylamino)Tetradecane is a high-purity tertiary amine surfactant and intermediate of significant industrial importance. This compound is valued for its unique amphiphilic structure, which provides excellent surface activity and cationic functionality. It serves as a critical raw material for manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates for synthesis and formulation.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Key component in the formulation of cationic and amphoteric surfactants for personal care products like hair conditioners and fabric softeners.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), betaines, and amine oxides for various industrial applications.
• Agrochemical Additive: Employed as an emulsifier, dispersant, or adjuvant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance efficacy and stability.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Acts as an intermediate in the production of filming amines and other corrosion inhibitors for industrial water treatment and oilfield applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery agents.
• Textile Auxiliary: Used in the production of softening agents, dyeing assistants, and antistatic agents for the textile industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Dimethylamino)Tetradecane
CAS No.	112-75-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₅N
Molecular Weight	241.46 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyl-1-tetradecanamine; N,N-Dimethyltetradecylamine; Dimethyltetradecylamine; Myristyldimethylamine; Tetradecyldimethylamine; 1-Tetradecanamine, N,N-dimethyl-; Armeen® DM14D; Kemamine® T-9742D
EINECS	204-002-4

Quality Control

Our 1-(Dimethylamino)Tetradecane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.800 - 0.820
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.