Description

n-[3-[Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Propyl]Myristamide n-Oxide is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant belonging to the alkylamidoamine oxide chemical class. This compound is valued for its excellent foaming, thickening, and conditioning properties, along with its mildness and compatibility with other ingredients. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, home care, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking high-performance, skin-friendly formulations.

Application

• Personal Care Products: A key ingredient in shampoos, conditioners, body washes, and facial cleansers for its rich foam and skin-conditioning benefits.
• Home Care Formulations: Used in dishwashing liquids, hard surface cleaners, and all-purpose cleaners to enhance viscosity and foam stability.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Employed in floor cleaners, vehicle wash systems, and food processing area sanitizers for its detergency and foam control.
• Cosmetic Products: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in lotions, creams, and shaving gels, improving texture and application feel.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Acts as a softener, lubricant, and antistatic agent in fiber treatment and finishing baths.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Can be used as a wetting agent or spreader to improve the efficacy of pesticide and herbicide formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-[3-[Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Propyl]Myristamide n-Oxide
CAS No.	66161-67-9
Molecular Formula	C21H44N2O4
Molecular Weight	388.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristamidopropylamine Oxide; Myristamidopropyl Dimethylamine Oxide; N-[3-[Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]propyl]tetradecanamide N-oxide; Cocamidopropylamine Oxide (related mixture); CAPAO; Amine oxide, N-[3-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]propyl]tetradecanamide-; Tetradecanamide, N-[3-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]propyl]-, N-oxide
EINECS	266-194-7

Quality Control

Our n-[3-[Bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Propyl]Myristamide n-Oxide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and safety for its intended applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, amine oxide content, and residual amine are available upon request.

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 has excellent shelf stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to colorless viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Content)	≥ 30.0% (in aqueous solution)
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Color (APHA)	≤ 100
Free Amine (as amine oxide)	≤ 1.0%
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg

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