Description

Glycine Lauryl Ester Hydrochloride is an amino acid-derived surfactant and cationic conditioning agent. This compound is valued for its ability to impart mildness, softness, and antistatic properties in formulations, making it a versatile ingredient for high-performance personal care products. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the cosmetics, hair care, and skincare industries seeking to enhance product feel and efficacy.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Rinses: As a primary cationic surfactant to provide excellent detangling, softness, and manageability.
• Skin Creams & Lotions: Used as a mild emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent to improve texture and moisturization.
• Shampoos & Cleansers: Incorporated to reduce irritation and improve the mildness of anionic surfactant systems.
• Fabric Softeners: Functions as a softening agent for textiles, providing a smooth feel and antistatic benefits.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Employed in creams and ointments for its emulsifying and skin-compatible properties.
• Specialty Surfactant Blends: Serves as a key component in custom surfactant mixtures for specific mildness or performance requirements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycine Lauryl Ester Hydrochloride
CAS No.	16194-11-9
Molecular Formula	C14H29NO2·HCl
Molecular Weight	279.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Lauryl Glycinate Hydrochloride; N-Lauroyl Glycine Ethyl Ester Hydrochloride; Dodecyl Glycinate Hydrochloride; Glycine, N-(1-oxododecyl)-, ethyl ester, hydrochloride; Lauryl Glycine Ester HCl; Amino Acid Surfactant C12; Cationic Surfactant GLH
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Quality Control

Our Glycine Lauryl Ester Hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and compliance is provided with every shipment.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (1% Solution)	4.0 - 6.0

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