Description

2-(Dodecylamino)Ethanol Hydrochloride is a cationic surfactant and organic salt with amphiphilic properties. This compound is valued for its ability to modify surface tension and act as an effective emulsifier, corrosion inhibitor, and conditioning agent in demanding formulations. It serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive for manufacturers in the personal care, textile, metalworking, and specialty chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in the formulation of industrial and institutional cleaners, fabric softeners, and personal care products like hair conditioners and skin creams.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Acts as an effective additive in metalworking fluids, coolants, and acidizing formulations for oil and gas to protect ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
• Textile Auxiliary: Functions as a softening agent, antistatic agent, and dyeing assistant in fiber and fabric processing.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) and other specialty surfactants.
• Biocide & Disinfectant Component: Utilized as a precursor or synergistic agent in the production of cationic biocides for agricultural and industrial water treatment.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Employed as a debonding agent, retention aid, or softener in paper manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Dodecylamino)Ethanol Hydrochloride
CAS No.	20715-62-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₃₂ClNO
Molecular Weight	265.86 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Dodecylethanolamine Hydrochloride; Dodecylethanolamine Hydrochloride; 2-(Dodecylamino)ethyl Alcohol Hydrochloride; Laurylaminoethanol Hydrochloride; N-Laurylaminoethanol Hydrochloride; LAE HCl; Dodecyl Ethanol Amine Hydrochloride; 2-(Laurylamino)ethanol hydrochloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Dodecylamino)Ethanol Hydrochloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, appearance, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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