Description

n-Methyldidocosylamine is a high-purity, long-chain tertiary amine with the CAS number 61372-91-6. This specialty chemical serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive, valued for its surfactant properties and chemical reactivity. It is essential for manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, lubricant, and specialty materials sectors seeking to enhance product performance and process efficiency.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), cationic surfactants, and other nitrogen-containing specialty chemicals.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulations: Used as an active ingredient or precursor in corrosion inhibitor packages for industrial oils, fuels, and metalworking fluids.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive: Functions as a friction modifier, detergent, or dispersant additive in advanced lubricant and fuel formulations.
• Emulsifier & Demulsifier: Acts as an effective surfactant in the formulation of emulsifiers for various industrial processes and demulsifiers for crude oil treatment.
• Fabric Softener & Surfactant Production: Serves as a raw material for manufacturing cationic surfactants used in fabric softeners, hair conditioners, and personal care products.
• Mineral Processing & Flotation: Employed as a collector or modifier in the flotation process for mineral beneficiation.
• Pharmaceutical & Agrochemical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals requiring specific amine functionalities.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Methyldidocosylamine
CAS No.	61372-91-6
Molecular Formula	C45H93N
Molecular Weight	648.24 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Methyldidocosylamine; N-Methyldibehenylamine; Didocosylmethylamine; N-Methylbisbehenylamine; Methylbis(docosyl)amine; N,N-Didocosylmethylamine; Behenylmethylamine (technical grade, often a mixture); Tertiary C22 Amine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Methyldidocosylamine is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, amine value, and impurity profiles 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids. Under these conditions, the product remains stable for extended periods.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid / flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC / Titration)	≥ 95.0%
Amine Value	Contact for details
Melting Point	Contact for details
Color (APHA)	≤ 100
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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