Description

[2-[(1-Oxohexadecyl)Amino]Ethoxy]Acetic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic amphiphilic molecule featuring a palmitamide head group linked to a carboxylic acid via an ethoxyacetic acid spacer. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate and functional additive, offering unique surfactant and chelating properties critical for formulating stable and effective end-products. It is needed by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from emulsification and solubilization to metal ion complexation.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a mild surfactant, emulsifier, or conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or prodrugs.
• Specialty Surfactants: Used in the formulation of industrial and institutional cleaners, where its structure provides detergency and foam control.
• Metal Chelation & Stabilization: Functions as a ligand or chelating agent in various chemical processes and formulations to control metal ions.
• Polymer & Resin Additives: Employed as a modifier or additive to improve the compatibility, dispersion, or processing characteristics of polymers.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying self-assembly, micelle formation, and novel material synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	[2-[(1-Oxohexadecyl)Amino]Ethoxy]Acetic Acid
CAS No.	66654-00-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₉NO₄
Molecular Weight	357.53 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Carboxymethoxyethyl)palmitamide; 2-[(Palmitoylamino)ethoxy]acetic Acid; Glycine, N-[2-[(1-oxohexadecyl)amino]ethyl]-, N-(Carboxymethoxymethyl)hexadecanamide; Palmitic acid amide of diglycolic acid monoamide; Hexadecanamide, N-[2-(carboxymethoxy)ethyl]-; AEAA-C16
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our [2-[(1-Oxohexadecyl)Amino]Ethoxy]Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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