Description

3-(N,n-Dimethylpalmitylammonio)Propanesulfonate is a high-purity zwitterionic surfactant belonging to the sulfobetaine class. This compound is valued for its excellent surface activity, stability across a wide pH range, and compatibility with other ionic species. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of personal care products, advanced detergents, and specialized industrial applications where mildness and performance are critical.

Application

• Primary surfactant or co-surfactant in mild shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers.
• Key ingredient in hard surface cleaners and industrial detergents for enhanced wetting and soil removal.
• Stabilizing agent in polymerization processes and emulsion formulations.
• Component in biochemical research for cell lysis and protein solubilization buffers.
• Additive for enhanced oil recovery (EOR) formulations to reduce interfacial tension.
• Use in textile processing as a softener and antistatic agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(N,n-Dimethylpalmitylammonio)Propanesulfonate
CAS No.	2281-11-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₅NO₃S
Molecular Weight	391.66 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyl-N-hexadecyl-3-ammonio-1-propanesulfonate; Palmitamidopropyl Betaine; Cetyl Dimethyl Ammonio Propanesulfonate; 3-(Hexadecyldimethylammonio)propanesulfonate; Sulfobetaine 16; SB-16; Zwittergent 3-16; N-Hexadecyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-ammonio-1-propanesulfonate
EINECS	218-923-5

Quality Control

Our 3-(N,n-Dimethylpalmitylammonio)Propanesulfonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards for industrial and research use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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