Description

1-Propanaminium, 3-Butoxy-2-Hydroxy-n-(2-Hydroxy-3-Sulfopropyl)-N,n-Dimethyl-, Inner Salt is a high-purity zwitterionic surfactant and specialty chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique amphoteric structure, offering excellent solubility, stability, and surface-active properties in demanding formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking to enhance product performance and compatibility.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: As a mild surfactant and viscosity modifier in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as a tank-mix adjuvant, wetting agent, or compatibility agent in pesticides and herbicides.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Acts as a hydrotrope and coupling agent in concentrated liquid detergents and degreasers.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a leveling agent, dye dispersant, or softener component.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Serves as a corrosion inhibitor additive or surfactant in drilling and production fluids.
• Paints & Coatings: Functions as a dispersant and flow control agent for pigments and fillers.
• Metalworking Fluids: Used as a lubricity enhancer and emulsifier in synthetic and semi-synthetic fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Propanaminium, 3-Butoxy-2-Hydroxy-n-(2-Hydroxy-3-Sulfopropyl)-N,n-Dimethyl-, Inner Salt
CAS No.	108797-84-8
Molecular Formula	C12H27NO6S
Molecular Weight	313.41 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Butoxy-2-hydroxy-N,N-dimethyl-N-(2-hydroxy-3-sulfopropyl)-1-propanaminium inner salt; SB-12; Sulfobetaine-12; Lauryl sulfobetaine (Note: Common name for C12 chain, often associated); Dodecyldimethyl(3-sulfopropyl)ammonium hydroxide inner salt (related structure); Alkyl sulfobetaine; Zwittergent 3-12 (trade name analog); Amphoteric surfactant CAS 108797-84-8
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-Propanaminium, 3-Butoxy-2-Hydroxy-n-(2-Hydroxy-3-Sulfopropyl)-N,n-Dimethyl-, Inner Salt adheres to a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key specifications are provided with each 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); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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