Description

N,n-Dimethyltetradecanamide is a high-purity fatty acid amide derivative, also known as N,N-Dimethylmyristamide. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, valued for its surfactant properties and ability to modify surface interactions. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for formulating products requiring specific solvency, emulsification, or dispersion characteristics.

Application

• Surfactant and Emulsifier: Used in the formulation of industrial cleaners, degreasers, and agrochemical emulsions.
• Personal Care Ingredient: Acts as a viscosity modifier, emollient, or coupling agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of more complex quaternary ammonium compounds and other specialty chemicals.
• Lubricant Additive: Employed as a friction modifier or anti-wear agent in specialty lubricant formulations.
• Plasticizer and Solvent: Functions as a processing aid and solvent in polymer and resin systems.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Used in metalworking fluids and coatings to provide protective surface films.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Dimethyltetradecanamide
CAS No.	3015-65-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₃NO
Molecular Weight	255.44 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethylmyristamide; Myristic Acid Dimethylamide; Dimethyltetradecanamide; Tetradecanamide, N,N-dimethyl-; N,N-Dimethyltetradecanamide; N-Myristyldimethylamide; DMTA; DMMA
EINECS	221-144-8

Quality Control

Our N,n-Dimethyltetradecanamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

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)	1.455 - 1.465
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.860 - 0.880

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