Description

Sodium n-Hexadecanoyl-L-Alaninate is a high-purity, synthetic amino acid-based surfactant derived from L-alanine and palmitic acid. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, foaming, and mild cleansing properties, making it a superior alternative to harsher traditional surfactants. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries for formulating gentle, high-performance skin and hair care products.

Application

• Personal Care Cleansers: A key ingredient in mild facial cleansers, shower gels, and shampoos, particularly for sensitive skin formulations.
• Cosmetic Emulsions: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and makeup products to create stable, luxurious textures.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Employed in medicated creams, ointments, and dermatological preparations due to its skin compatibility and low irritation potential.
• Baby Care Products: Ideal for baby washes, shampoos, and wipes where mildness and safety are paramount.
• High-End Toiletries: Incorporated into premium soap bars, shaving creams, and other grooming products for enhanced mildness and foam quality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium n-Hexadecanoyl-L-Alaninate
CAS No.	67395-94-2
Molecular Formula	C19H36NNaO4
Molecular Weight	365.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Palmitoyl Alaninate; N-Palmitoyl-L-Alanine Sodium Salt; Palmitoyl Alanine Sodium Salt; L-Alanine, N-(1-oxohexadecyl)-, sodium salt; Sodium N-Palmitoylalaninate; Acylglutamate P; Surfactant SA
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Quality Control

Our Sodium n-Hexadecanoyl-L-Alaninate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for cosmetic and personal care applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, is provided with every shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability.

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); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 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.