Description

N,n-Dimethyldodecanamide is a high-purity tertiary amide surfactant and solvent with the CAS number 3007-53-2. This compound is valued for its excellent solvency, stability, and surface-active properties, making it a versatile intermediate and functional additive. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the agrochemical, personal care, and industrial cleaning sectors for formulating stable emulsions, enhancing penetration, and improving product performance.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key solvent, emulsifier, and penetration enhancer in herbicides, insecticides, and fungicides.
• Personal Care Products: Used as a non-ionic surfactant and emollient in creams, lotions, and hair conditioners.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a powerful degreasing agent and coupling solvent in heavy-duty cleaning formulations.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Functions as a processing aid and plasticizer in various synthetic resin systems.
• Metalworking Fluids: Incorporated as a lubricity agent and corrosion inhibitor in cutting and grinding fluids.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a softener, lubricant, and anti-static agent in fiber treatment.
• Paint & Coating Additives: Used to improve flow, leveling, and pigment dispersion.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate and reaction medium in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Dimethyldodecanamide
CAS No.	3007-53-2
Molecular Formula	C14H29NO
Molecular Weight	227.39 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyldodecanamide; Lauric Acid Dimethylamide; Dodecanamide, N,N-dimethyl-; N,N-Dimethyllauramide; Dimethyldodecanamide; Lauryl Dimethylamide; N-Lauroyl-N,N-dimethylamine; N,N-Dimethyl lauramide
EINECS	221-121-7

Quality Control

Our N,n-Dimethyldodecanamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460
Density (20°C)	0.86 - 0.90 g/mL

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