Description

N,n-Bis[4-(Dimethylamino)Butyl]Hexadecanamide is a high-purity, specialized tertiary amine derivative of palmitic acid. This compound is valued for its unique surfactant and cationic properties, making it a critical intermediate in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and specialty chemical industries for its role as an emulsifier, softener, and conditioning agent.

Application

• As a key cationic surfactant and emulsifier in high-performance hair conditioners and skin creams.
• Utilized as a fabric softener and antistatic agent in textile finishing processes.
• Acts as a corrosion inhibitor and lubricity additive in specialty industrial fluids and metalworking formulations.
• Employed as a dispersing agent and compatibilizer in pigment and dye preparations.
• Serves as an intermediate for the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) with enhanced biocidal or conditioning properties.
• Used in the development of specialty surfactants for agrochemicals to improve adhesion and spreading.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Bis[4-(Dimethylamino)Butyl]Hexadecanamide
CAS No.	17232-85-8
Molecular Formula	C30H64N4O
Molecular Weight	472.86 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecanamide, N,N-bis[4-(dimethylamino)butyl]-; Palmitamide, N,N-bis[4-(dimethylamino)butyl]-; N,N-Bis(4-(dimethylamino)butyl)palmitamide; N,N-Bis[4-(dimethylamino)butyl]hexadecanamide; N-Palmitoyl-N,N-bis(4-(dimethylamino)butyl)amine; Tertiary Amine Palmitamide; C16 Tertiary Amide Surfactant
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Quality Control

Our N,n-Bis[4-(Dimethylamino)Butyl]Hexadecanamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and identification by FTIR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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