Description

Ammonium Laurate is the ammonium salt of lauric acid, a key fatty acid derivative. This compound serves as a versatile surfactant and emulsifying agent, valued for its ability to modify surface tension and stabilize formulations. It is primarily utilized in industries such as personal care, cosmetics, and industrial lubricants where mild, anionic functionality is required.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a gentle surfactant and emulsifier in creams, lotions, and cleansing products.
• Industrial Lubricants & Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifying component.
• Textile Processing: Used as a softening agent and auxiliary in fabric treatment formulations.
• Paint & Coating Additives: Serves as a dispersing agent and flow modifier.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Employed in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading and adherence.
• Soap & Detergent Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of specialized soaps and cleaning agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Laurate
CAS No.	2437-23-2
Molecular Formula	C12H27NO2
Molecular Weight	217.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium Dodecanoate; Lauric Acid Ammonium Salt; Dodecanoic Acid, Ammonium Salt; Ammonium Laurinate; Ammonium n-Dodecanoate; Ammonium Salt of Lauric Acid; Ammonium Laurate Salt; LA-NH4
EINECS	219-433-1

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Laurate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
pH (10% Solution)	7.5 - 9.5
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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