Description

Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Palmitate is a quaternary ammonium salt derived from palmitic acid, serving as a versatile cationic surfactant and emulsifier. This compound is valued for its ability to impart conditioning, antistatic, and emulsifying properties in various formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking effective cationic ingredients.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Acts as a primary cationic conditioning agent to improve hair softness, manageability, and reduce static.
• Fabric Softeners: Imparts a soft hand feel and antistatic properties to textiles during the rinse cycle.
• Skin Care Emulsions: Functions as an emulsifier and emollient in creams and lotions, enhancing skin feel and stability.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Serves as a surfactant and corrosion inhibitor in acid-based cleaning formulations.
• Antistatic Agents: Used in formulations for plastics and synthetic fibers to prevent dust attraction and static buildup.
• Metalworking Fluids: Employed as a lubricity additive and emulsifier in coolants and drawing compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Palmitate
CAS No.	64715-97-5
Molecular Formula	C20H43NO4
Molecular Weight	361.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Diethanolammonium Palmitate; DEA-Palmitate; Palmitic Acid Diethanolamine Salt; Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine palmitate; 2,2'-Iminobis[ethanol] palmitate (1:1); Ethanol, 2,2'-iminobis-, palmitate (salt); Palmitoyl Diethanolamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Palmitate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, identity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurities, and physical specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical 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 material 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
Assay	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Moisture (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Approx. 50 - 60 °C

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