Description

Diethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Lactate is a versatile quaternary ammonium salt derivative of lactic acid. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, combining the properties of an organic ammonium cation with the mild acidity and biodegradability of a lactate anion. It serves as a key intermediate and functional additive in several high-value industrial and specialty chemical sectors. Primary users include manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty surfactant industries.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a skin-conditioning agent, humectant, and pH adjuster in creams, lotions, and hair care formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as an excipient in topical drug delivery systems.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Serves as a component in pesticide and herbicide formulations, enhancing solubility and stability of active ingredients.
• Specialty Surfactants & Emulsifiers: Functions as a cationic surfactant or a building block for fabric softeners, antistatic agents, and emulsifiers.
• Industrial Biocides & Preservatives: Used as a starting material or synergistic component in the production of quaternary ammonium compound-based disinfectants.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Employed as a softening agent, dyeing auxiliary, or processing chemical in textile and leather treatment.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Incorporated into formulations designed to protect metals in industrial cooling and processing systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Lactate
CAS No.	16023-30-6
Molecular Formula	C9H21NO4
Molecular Weight	207.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-N,N-diethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)ethanaminium lactate; Diethylethanolammonium lactate; DEAE-lactate; Diethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium 2-hydroxypropanoate; Lactic acid, compd. with 2-(diethylamino)ethanol (1:1); 2-(Diethylamino)ethanol lactate salt; N,N-Diethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium lactate
EINECS	240-160-3

Quality Control

Our Diethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Lactate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with key parameters including assay, water content, and specific impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for critical applications in pharmaceuticals and personal care.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.05 - 1.15
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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