Description

Ethanaminium, 2-Hydroxy-N,n-Dimethyl-n-[2-[(1-Oxopropyl)Amino]Ethyl]- is a quaternary ammonium compound with a complex cationic structure, offering unique properties as a specialty surfactant and conditioning agent. Its molecular design provides excellent substantivity and compatibility, making it a valuable intermediate for high-performance formulations. This chemical is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and specialty chemical industries for its ability to impart softness, antistatic properties, and emulsification.

Application

• Hair Care Formulations: As a cationic conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks to improve manageability, reduce static, and enhance shine.
• Fabric Softeners & Textile Auxiliaries: Key ingredient for imparting long-lasting softness, antistatic properties, and improved hand-feel to natural and synthetic fibers.
• Personal Care Products: Used in skin creams, lotions, and other leave-on products for its emulsifying and skin-conditioning benefits.
• Industrial Surfactants: Acts as a specialty surfactant or co-surfactant in demanding industrial cleaning and emulsion systems.
• Biocide & Preservative Synergist: Potential use as a component in formulations to enhance the efficacy of other antimicrobial agents.
• Pharmaceutical Excipients: May be utilized as an excipient in topical drug delivery systems for its emulsifying and penetration-enhancing properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethanaminium, 2-Hydroxy-N,n-Dimethyl-n-[2-[(1-Oxopropyl)Amino]Ethyl]-
CAS No.	207918-83-0
Molecular Formula	C9H21N2O2+
Molecular Weight	189.28 g/mol (cation)
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-N,N-dimethyl-N-[2-[(1-oxopropyl)amino]ethyl]ethanaminium; N-[2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl]-N-methyl-2-hydroxypropanaminium derivative; Propanaminium, 2-hydroxy-N,N-dimethyl-N-[2-[(1-oxopropyl)amino]ethyl]-; Quaternary ammonium compound 207918-83-0; Cationic surfactant 207918-83-0; Esterquat precursor; Hydroxypropyl dimethyl ammonium propionamidoethylate
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Quality Control

Our production of Ethanaminium, 2-Hydroxy-N,n-Dimethyl-n-[2-[(1-Oxopropyl)Amino]Ethyl]- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC, identification by IR and NMR, and control of key impurities and residual solvents, to ensure consistency and purity for your formulations. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, detailing all specification results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
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.