Description

Sodium n-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-n-Octadecylglycinate is a high-purity amphoteric surfactant derived from glycine, combining the excellent mildness and skin compatibility of amino acid-based surfactants with the robust cleansing and foaming properties of a long-chain alkyl group. This compound matters for formulators seeking a versatile, high-performance ingredient that is gentle yet effective, offering superior stability across a wide pH range. It is needed by manufacturers in the personal care, home care, and industrial cleaning sectors for creating premium shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and specialty detergents where mildness and performance are critical.

Application

• Personal Care Cleansers: A primary surfactant in mild shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and baby care products due to its excellent skin and eye mildness.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Used in conditioning cleansers, shaving foams, and makeup removers where a rich, stable lather and low irritation potential are required.
• Home Care Products: An effective component in liquid hand soaps, dishwashing liquids, and all-purpose cleaners, offering good detergency and compatibility with other surfactants.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: Employed in formulations for food processing plant cleaners, vehicle washes, and other applications requiring a biodegradable, high-foaming surfactant.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Suitable as a gentle surfactant in medicated skin cleansers and wound care irrigation solutions.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Can function as a wetting agent or emulsifier in pesticide and herbicide formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium n-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-n-Octadecylglycinate
CAS No.	66810-88-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₄₄NNaO₄
Molecular Weight	409.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate; Sodium N-Lauroyl-N-methyl-β-aminopropionate; N-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-N-octadecylglycine, sodium salt; Amphoteric surfactant 66810-88-6; Amino acid-based surfactant C18; Octadecyl hydroxylethyl glycinate sodium salt; Sodium stearoyl glycinate (hydroxyethyl); N-Stearoyl sarcosinate (hydroxyethyl derivative)
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Quality Control

Our Sodium n-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-n-Octadecylglycinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, pH, and heavy metals are available upon request. We can support compliance requirements for cosmetics (ISO 22716, GMP) and other relevant industry standards.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 95.0%
pH (10% solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Moisture Content	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 10 ppm
Residual Solvents	Meets ICH guidelines

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