Description

n-Octadecylaziridine-1-Carboxamide is a specialized, long-chain aziridine derivative used as a high-performance reactive intermediate. This compound matters for its ability to introduce functional, cross-linking sites into polymer backbones and surfaces, enhancing material properties. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the polymer, coatings, and specialty chemical industries seeking to modify surface characteristics or create advanced polymeric networks with specific functionalities.

Application

• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Used to introduce reactive aziridine groups into polymer chains for cross-linking, improving thermal stability, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength.
• Surface Functionalization: Employed to modify the surface properties of materials (e.g., plastics, fibers, metals) to enhance adhesion, wettability, or provide sites for further chemical grafting.
• Coatings & Adhesives Formulation: Acts as a key intermediate in formulating high-performance, cross-linkable coatings, inks, and adhesives that require durability and environmental resistance.
• Bioconjugation & Life Science Reagents: Serves as a linker or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of bioconjugates, probes, and other specialized life science reagents.
• Paper & Textile Treatment: Utilized in chemical treatments for paper and textiles to impart water repellency, strength, or other functional finishes.
• Research & Development: A valuable building block in organic and polymer chemistry R&D for creating novel monomers, dendrimers, or functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Octadecylaziridine-1-Carboxamide
CAS No.	3891-29-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₂N₂O
Molecular Weight	338.58 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(1-Aziridinylcarbonyl)octadecane; Octadecylaziridinecarboxamide; N-Octadecyl-2-aziridinecarboxamide; N-Stearylaziridine-1-carboxamide; N-(1-Aziridinylcarbonyl)octadecylamine; 2-Aziridinecarboxamide, N-octadecyl-; Stearyl aziridinecarboxamide; Aziridine, 1-(octadecylcarbamoyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Octadecylaziridine-1-Carboxamide undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques to verify identity, purity, and consistency across batches. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%

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