Description

n-(Hydroxymethyl)Dodecanamide is a versatile fatty acid amide derivative, also known as lauroyl ethanolamide, valued for its surfactant and emollient properties. This compound serves as a key intermediate and functional additive in the synthesis of high-performance specialty chemicals. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and industrial lubricant sectors seeking to enhance product texture, stability, and performance.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a non-ionic surfactant, emulsifier, and emollient in creams, lotions, and hair conditioners.
• Industrial Lubricants & Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a friction modifier and corrosion inhibitor.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Used as a softening agent and finishing auxiliary to improve material handle.
• Polymer & Resin Additive: Serves as a slip agent, anti-blocking agent, or internal lubricant in plastic formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: A crucial building block for producing more complex amide-based surfactants and specialty chemicals.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Employed as a component in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading and adhesion.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	n-(Hydroxymethyl)Dodecanamide
CAS No.	13157-47-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₇NO₂
Molecular Weight	229.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Lauroyl Ethanolamide; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)dodecanamide; N-Lauroylethanolamine; Lauric Acid Monoethanolamide; Lauric Acid Ethanolamide; N-(Hydroxymethyl)lauramide; 2-Hydroxy-N-(hydroxymethyl)dodecanamide; Lauric Monoethanolamide
EINECS	236-110-1

Quality Control

Our n-(Hydroxymethyl)Dodecanamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	90 - 95 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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