Description

(Carboxylatomethyl)Di(Methyl)Octylammonium is a quaternary ammonium compound with a unique carboxylatomethyl functional group. This structure is significant as it imparts both cationic and potential anionic character, making it valuable for applications requiring specialized surfactancy and chemical reactivity. It is primarily needed by industrial chemists and formulators in sectors such as personal care, specialty surfactants, and as an intermediate for synthesizing more complex amphoteric or betaine-type compounds.

Application

• As a key intermediate in the synthesis of amphoteric surfactants and betaines.
• Potential use as a cationic surfactant or co-surfactant in specialty cleaning and personal care formulations.
• Employed in the research and development of novel phase transfer catalysts.
• As a functional monomer or additive in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Use in corrosion inhibition formulations for industrial processes.
• Application in textile auxiliaries as a softening or antistatic agent.
• Potential component in biocidal formulations leveraging quaternary ammonium activity.
• As a research chemical for academic and industrial studies on surfactant behavior.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Carboxylatomethyl)Di(Methyl)Octylammonium
CAS No.	27593-14-2
Molecular Formula	C13H27NO2
Molecular Weight	229.36 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyl-N-octylglycine betaine; Octylbetaine; N-Octyl-N,N-dimethylglycine; (Carboxymethyl)dimethyloctylammonium; 1-Octanaminium, N-(carboxymethyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, inner salt; Betaine, octyl-; Octyl dimethyl glycine; Amphoteric surfactant CDMOA
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Quality Control

Our (Carboxylatomethyl)Di(Methyl)Octylammonium is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurities, and physical parameters is provided with every shipment. We can support compliance requirements for various industrial standards.

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); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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