Description

n-(2-Carboxyethyl)-n-Octyl-β-Alanine is a specialized amphoteric surfactant and intermediate with unique chemical functionality. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a highly effective emulsifier and dispersant, offering excellent compatibility and stability in complex formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, industrial cleaning, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors for creating high-performance products.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Used as a mild surfactant and emulsifier in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers, providing rich lather and skin compatibility.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Serves as a key component in heavy-duty degreasers, metal cleaners, and hard surface cleaners due to its excellent emulsifying power.
• Textile Processing: Acts as a leveling agent, dye dispersant, and softener in textile manufacturing and finishing processes.
• Coatings & Inks: Functions as a pigment wetting and dispersing agent to improve color development and stability in paint and ink systems.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in drilling muds and production chemicals as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Used in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading, adhesion, and overall efficacy.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for the production of other betaine-type surfactants and specialty polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(2-Carboxyethyl)-n-Octyl-β-Alanine
CAS No.	52663-87-3
Molecular Formula	C15H29NO4
Molecular Weight	287.40 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Octyl-β-aminopropionic acid; N-Octyl-β-alanine; 3-(Octylamino)propanoic acid; Octyliminodipropionic acid; 2-Carboxyethyl(octyl)amine; N-(2-Carboxyethyl)-N-octylamine; Lauryl β-alanine derivative (related); Amphoteric surfactant CAO
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Quality Control

Our n-(2-Carboxyethyl)-n-Octyl-β-Alanine is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and appearance 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 2.0%
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.