Description

1-Tetradecylamine is a primary aliphatic amine with a 14-carbon alkyl chain, also known as myristylamine. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its surfactant properties and ability to act as a chemical building block. It is essential for manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, agrochemical, and personal care industries seeking to produce quaternary ammonium compounds, corrosion inhibitors, or emulsifiers.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier Production: A key raw material for synthesizing cationic surfactants and fabric softeners.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the manufacture of quaternary ammonium salts (quats) for biocides and disinfectants.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Acts as an effective corrosion inhibitor in industrial fluids and fuel additives.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Serves as an intermediate for producing herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Personal Care Ingredients: Employed in the synthesis of conditioning agents for hair and skin care products.
• Flotation Agent: Used in mineral processing as a collector for oxide and silicate minerals.
• Rubber & Plastic Additives: Functions as an antistatic agent and processing aid in polymer production.
• Research & Development: Utilized in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research as a long-chain amine precursor.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Tetradecylamine
CAS No.	2016-42-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₃₁N
Molecular Weight	213.40 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristylamine; Tetradecylamine; n-Tetradecylamine; 1-Aminotetradecane; n-Tetradecanamine; Monotetradecylamine; Tetradecan-1-amine; Amine C14
EINECS	217-957-7

Quality Control

Our 1-Tetradecylamine is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	36 - 40 °C
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Color (APHA)	≤ 50

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