Description

n-(2-Carboxyethyl)-n-Dodecyl-β-Alanine is a high-purity, amphoteric surfactant and specialty chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, dispersing, and surface-active properties, making it a critical component in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, industrial cleaning, and textile processing industries for its ability to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a mild surfactant and emulsifier in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers, providing rich lather and skin compatibility.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Used in heavy-duty degreasers, hard surface cleaners, and detergent blends for its superior wetting and soil suspension capabilities.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Serves as a leveling agent, softener, and dyeing assistant in textile processing to ensure uniform color and improved fabric handle.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier in synthetic and semi-synthetic metalworking coolants and lubricants.
• Coatings & Inks: Employed as a dispersing agent for pigments and fillers, improving grind efficiency and stability in aqueous coating systems.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Enhances the efficacy of pesticides and herbicides by improving spray droplet retention and spreading on plant surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(2-Carboxyethyl)-n-Dodecyl-β-Alanine
CAS No.	17066-08-9
Molecular Formula	C17H33NO4
Molecular Weight	315.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyl β-iminodipropionic acid; Lauryl β-iminodipropionate; N-Dodecyl-β-alanine, N-(2-carboxyethyl) derivative; N-Lauryliminodipropionic acid; Amphoteric surfactant LD; Lauryliminodipropionic acid; 3-[Dodecyl(3-carboxypropyl)amino]propanoic acid; Lauryl di(carboxyethyl) amine
EINECS	241-146-7

Quality Control

Our n-(2-Carboxyethyl)-n-Dodecyl-β-Alanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for our global B2B customers.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product remains stable for an extended period.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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