Description

Myristoyl Methyl β-Alanine CAS NO 21539-71-9 is a high-purity specialty surfactant and anionic amphoteric compound derived from β-alanine. This chemical is valued for its excellent foaming, cleansing, and mildness properties, making it a key ingredient in high-performance personal care formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the cosmetics, skincare, and haircare industries for creating premium, gentle products.

Application

• Primary Surfactant in Facial Cleansers & Body Washes: Provides rich, stable foam and a luxurious skin feel without stripping natural oils.
• Key Ingredient in Baby Shampoos & Hypoallergenic Products: Offers exceptional mildness and low irritation potential for sensitive skin.
• Foam Booster & Stabilizer in Shaving Creams & Gels: Enhances lather quality and creaminess for a smooth application.
• Co-surfactant in Syndet Bars (Syndet Bars): Improves the mildness and moisturizing properties of synthetic detergent bars.
• Base for High-End Cosmetic Formulations: Used in makeup removers, micellar waters, and conditioning cleansers for its gentle cleansing efficacy.
• Intermediate for Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for further derivatization in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Myristoyl Methyl β-Alanine
CAS No.	21539-71-9
Molecular Formula	C18H35NO3
Molecular Weight	313.48 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Myristoyl-N-methyl-β-alanine; Methyl myristoyl β-alaninate; Sodium Myristoyl Methyl β-Alaninate (common salt form); MMBA; Myristic acid, methyl β-alanine derivative; Amphoteric surfactant MMBA; 3-[(1-Oxotetradecyl)(methyl)amino]propanoic acid (IUPAC); N-Methyl-N-(1-oxotetradecyl)-β-alanine
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Quality Control

Our Myristoyl Methyl β-Alanine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for personal care applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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