Description

Tris(Hydroxymethyl)Octadecylurea is a specialty long-chain alkyl urea derivative, valued for its unique combination of polar and non-polar structural elements. This compound is significant for its role as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, offering properties such as emulsification, conditioning, and surface modification. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and polymer industries seeking to enhance product performance through tailored chemical functionality.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a conditioning agent and emulsifier in hair care products, skin creams, and lotions.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a softener and finishing agent to improve fabric handle and durability.
• Polymer Additives: Functions as a processing aid, anti-static agent, or compatibilizer in plastic and rubber compounds.
• Lubricant & Grease Additives: Serves as a friction modifier or thickening agent in specialty lubricants.
• Surfactant & Emulsion Systems: Employed as a non-ionic surfactant or co-emulsifier in industrial and agricultural formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a key intermediate for synthesizing more complex surfactants and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(Hydroxymethyl)Octadecylurea
CAS No.	37224-10-5
Molecular Formula	C22H46N2O4
Molecular Weight	402.62 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octadecyl-3,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)urea; Octadecyl tris(hydroxymethyl)urea; N-Octadecyl-N',N'-bis(hydroxymethyl)urea; Stearyl tris(hydroxymethyl)urea; Alkyl hydroxymethyl urea; Long-chain alkyl urea derivative; Urea, N-octadecyl-N',N'-bis(hydroxymethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Tris(Hydroxymethyl)Octadecylurea is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and compliance with agreed specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical parameters is provided with every shipment.

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 when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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