Description

Octadecanimidamide is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of fatty acid derivatives. This versatile chemical intermediate is valued for its role in synthesizing specialized surfactants, corrosion inhibitors, and pharmaceutical actives. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and personal care industries seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks for complex formulations.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of cationic and amphoteric surfactants for industrial and personal care formulations.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Synthesis: Used in the production of filming amines and other organic inhibitors for protecting metal surfaces in industrial water systems and oilfield applications.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Textile & Leather Auxiliary Chemicals: Used to produce softening agents, waterproofing agents, and other functional textile chemicals.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis and material science research for creating novel polymers and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octadecanimidamide
CAS No.	14587-26-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₈N₂
Molecular Weight	282.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Stearamidamide; Octadecanamidine; N-Octadecylamidine; 1-Octadecanamidine; Stearic amidamide; Octadecanimidic acid amide; Octadecanamidinium
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Quality Control

Our Octadecanimidamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets exacting standards for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids. Due to its hygroscopic nature, minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture during handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 105 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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