Description

Potassium 2-Dodecanoyloxyethylcarbamoylmethanesulfonate is a specialized anionic surfactant and functional intermediate with a unique sulfonate and carbamoyl ester structure. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a mild, high-performance emulsifier and stabilizer in demanding formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking advanced surface-active properties.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary or co-emulsifier in creams, lotions, and sunscreens, providing stable oil-in-water emulsions with a soft skin feel.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Used in the development of topical drug delivery systems, enhancing the solubility and stability of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
• Specialty Detergents & Cleaners: Serves as a key surfactant in high-performance industrial and institutional cleaning products where mildness and compatibility are required.
• Polymerization & Material Science: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in emulsion polymerization processes for producing specialty latexes and polymers.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Incorporated into pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve spreading, wetting, and overall efficacy on plant surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium 2-Dodecanoyloxyethylcarbamoylmethanesulfonate
CAS No.	3772-95-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₂KNO₇S
Molecular Weight	433.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium 2-(Lauroyloxy)ethylcarbamoylmethanesulfonate; Potassium N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-(sulfomethyl)lauramide; Potassium Lauroyl Sarcosinate Sulfonate; 2-[(Lauroyloxy)ethylcarbamoyl]methanesulfonic Acid Potassium Salt; Lauric Acid 2-[(Sulfomethyl)carbamoyl]ethyl Ester Potassium Salt; Sarcosinate Sulfonate KL; CAS 3772-95-0
EINECS	223-232-5

Quality Control

Our Potassium 2-Dodecanoyloxyethylcarbamoylmethanesulfonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical parameters is provided to guarantee consistency and compliance with your formulation requirements.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
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.