Description

n-[3-(Dimethylamino)Propyl]Myristamide is a versatile fatty acid amide derivative with a tertiary amine functional group, offering unique surfactant and emulsifying properties. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a cationic conditioning agent and a reactive intermediate in specialty chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, textile processing, and industrial surfactant sectors for formulating conditioners, softeners, and corrosion inhibitors.

Application

• Hair Care & Cosmetics: Used as a cationic conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and hair treatments to improve manageability, softness, and shine.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Functions as a fabric softener and antistatic agent, providing a smooth hand feel to natural and synthetic fibers.
• Industrial Surfactants: Serves as a key intermediate for synthesizing quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) used in biocides, emulsifiers, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for producing specialty amidoamines and imidazolines used in various industrial applications.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in the formulation of drilling fluid additives and corrosion preventatives for downhole applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-[3-(Dimethylamino)Propyl]Myristamide
CAS No.	45267-19-4
Molecular Formula	C19H40N2O
Molecular Weight	312.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristamidopropyldimethylamine; N-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]tetradecanamide; Dimethylaminopropyl myristamide; Amidetamine; Laurylamidopropyl dimethylamine (common industry name for related homolog); Tetradecanamide, N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-; 3-(Dimethylamino)propyl myristamide; DMAPA Myristamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-[3-(Dimethylamino)Propyl]Myristamide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration, identification by FT-IR, and control of key impurities, to ensure it meets precise specifications for industrial and cosmetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Free Amine Content	≤ 1.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Melting Point	Contact for details

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