Description

2-(Dodecylamino)-2-Methyl-Propane-1,3-Diol Hydrochloride is a high-purity amphoteric surfactant and specialty chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique combination of a long hydrophobic alkyl chain and a hydrophilic, functionalized diol head group, making it an effective emulsifier, dispersant, and conditioning agent. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries for formulating stable emulsions, enhancing product performance, and synthesizing advanced chemical derivatives.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a conditioning agent and emulsifier in hair conditioners, skin creams, and lotions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery systems.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Used as a surfactant and dispersant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve efficacy and stability.
• Industrial Emulsifiers: Functions as an emulsifying and stabilizing agent in lubricants, coatings, and textile processing chemicals.
• Research & Development: Employed as a biochemical reagent and a model compound in academic and industrial research for surfactant studies.
• Detergent Industry: Utilized in specialty cleaning formulations requiring amphoteric surfactants with good compatibility and mildness.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Dodecylamino)-2-Methyl-Propane-1,3-Diol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	133550-80-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₆ClNO₂
Molecular Weight	309.92 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Dodecylamino)-2-methylpropane-1,3-diol hydrochloride; 2-Methyl-2-(dodecylamino)-1,3-propanediol hydrochloride; Dodecylaminomethylpropanediol hydrochloride; Laurylaminomethylpropanediol HCl; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-(dodecylamino)-2-methyl-, hydrochloride; N-Dodecyl-2-amino-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol hydrochloride; AMPD-Dodecyl HCl
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Dodecylamino)-2-Methyl-Propane-1,3-Diol Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade specifications suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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