Description

Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)[2-(Stearoyloxy)Ethyl]Ammonium Acetate is a quaternary ammonium compound with a long-chain fatty acid ester group, combining cationic and lipophilic properties. This unique structure makes it a highly effective surfactant and conditioning agent, valued for its ability to impart softness and manageability. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and industrial chemical sectors for formulating hair conditioners, fabric softeners, and specialty emulsifiers.

Application

• Hair Care Formulations: A key cationic conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks to provide excellent detangling, softness, and anti-static properties.
• Fabric Softeners & Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a primary active ingredient in liquid and dryer sheet fabric softeners to impart a soft hand feel and reduce static cling on fibers.
• Personal Care Products: Functions as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and other leave-on skincare products.
• Industrial Surfactants: Serves as a specialty surfactant and antistatic agent in various industrial processes and formulations.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Can be utilized in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading and adhesion on plant surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)[2-(Stearoyloxy)Ethyl]Ammonium Acetate
CAS No.	17329-61-2
Molecular Formula	C26H53NO6
Molecular Weight	475.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Dihydroxyethyl Stearamidopropyl Ammonium Acetate; Stearamidopropyl Dihydroxyethyl Ammonium Acetate; Quaternary Ammonium Compound, Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)[2-(stearoyloxy)ethyl]-, acetate; Acetate salt of Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)[2-(stearoyloxy)ethyl]ammonium; 2-(Stearoyloxy)-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-methylethanaminium acetate; Conditioning Agent S-121A (Trade Name Variant); Cationic Surfactant 17329-61-2
EINECS	241-354-1

Quality Control

Our Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)[2-(Stearoyloxy)Ethyl]Ammonium Acetate 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow paste or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0 %
pH (5% Solution)	4.0 - 6.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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