Description

Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Myristate is a quaternary ammonium salt derived from myristic acid, functioning as an effective cationic surfactant and emulsifier. This compound is valued for its excellent conditioning, antistatic, and emulsifying properties, making it a versatile ingredient in specialized formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and industrial cleaning sectors for its ability to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Rinses: Acts as a primary cationic surfactant, providing excellent detangling, softness, and manageability to hair.
• Skin Care Creams & Lotions: Serves as an emulsifier and conditioning agent, improving skin feel and formulation stability.
• Fabric Softeners: Imparts a soft, fluffy hand feel to textiles and provides effective antistatic properties.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Used as a surfactant and emulsifier in specialty cleaning formulations for hard surfaces.
• Cosmetic Color Cosmetics: Functions as a pigment dispersant and conditioning agent in makeup products like foundations and mascaras.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Employed as an emulsifying agent in creams and ointments for dermatological applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Myristate
CAS No.	41669-40-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₄₃NO₅
Molecular Weight	377.56 g/mol
Synonyms	Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Tetradecanoate; Triethanolamine Myristate; TEA-Myristate; Myristic Acid Triethanolamine Salt; Trihydroxyethylammonium Myristate; 2,2',2''-Nitrilotris(ethanol) Myristate; TEOA Myristate; Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amine Myristate
EINECS	255-490-5

Quality Control

Our Tris(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Myristate 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) documenting assay, appearance, and other critical parameters is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white paste or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
pH (10% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Water Content	≤ 3.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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