Description

N,n-Dimethyl-3-(Octadecyloxy)Propylamine is a high-purity tertiary amine surfactant with a long alkyl chain, offering unique surface-active properties. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a cationic emulsifier, corrosion inhibitor, and antistatic agent in demanding industrial formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, textile, and oilfield chemical industries seeking to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a cationic emulsifier and conditioning agent in hair care products, creams, and lotions.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Serves as an emulsifier and adjuvant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates to improve spreading and adhesion.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a softener, antistatic agent, and dyeing auxiliary for synthetic and natural fibers.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed as a corrosion inhibitor and surfactant in drilling fluids and production chemicals.
• Industrial Cleaners: Acts as a surfactant and emulsifier in heavy-duty degreasers and institutional cleaning products.
• Bitumen & Asphalt Emulsions: Utilized as a cationic emulsifier for road construction and roofing materials.
• Paper Manufacturing: Applied as a retention aid and softening agent in paper coating and processing.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Dimethyl-3-(Octadecyloxy)Propylamine
CAS No.	17517-01-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₃H₄₉NO
Molecular Weight	355.65 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyl-3-(stearyloxy)propylamine; 3-(Octadecyloxy)-N,N-dimethyl-1-propanamine; N,N-Dimethyl-3-octadecyloxypropylamine; Dimethylstearyloxypropylamine; Amine C, dimethylstearyloxypropyl; Armeen® DM18D; Kemamine® Q-1902C; N-[3-(Octadecyloxy)propyl]-N,N-dimethylamine
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Quality Control

Our N,n-Dimethyl-3-(Octadecyloxy)Propylamine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by titration and identification by FT-IR, to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Tertiary Amine)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content	≤ 0.5 %
Primary & Secondary Amine	≤ 1.0 %
pH (1% solution)	9.0 - 11.0

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