Description

Amides, C14-16, N,n-Bis(Hydroxyethyl) is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of alkanolamides, specifically a diethanolamide of C14-16 fatty acids. This compound is valued for its excellent thickening, foam boosting, and stabilizing properties in aqueous systems. It is a key ingredient for formulators in the personal care, home care, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking to enhance product viscosity and performance.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Used as a viscosity builder and foam stabilizer in shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, and shaving creams.
• Household & Industrial Cleaners: Acts as a thickener and foam booster in dishwashing liquids, hard surface cleaners, and degreasers.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a lubricant and softener in fiber and fabric treatment formulations.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier in synthetic and semi-synthetic coolants.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Serves as a surfactant and drift control agent in pesticide and herbicide formulations.
• Paint & Coatings: Used as a dispersing agent and flow control additive in water-based systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Amides, C14-16, N,n-Bis(Hydroxyethyl)
CAS No.	68439-62-3
Molecular Formula	Mixture (C14-16 fatty acid diethanolamides)
Molecular Weight	Mixture (Approx. 300-350 g/mol)
Synonyms	C14-16 Fatty Acid Diethanolamide; Coconut Diethanolamide (CDEA) type; N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)tetradecanamide-hexadecanamide mixture; Lauramide DEA (C12-C16); Alkanolamide 1152; Ninol® 201; Comperlan® KD; Mackamide™ CD-8
EINECS	270-355-6

Quality Control

Our Amides, C14-16, N,n-Bis(Hydroxyethyl) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets consistent specifications for critical parameters such as amide content, free amine value, and color. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Amide Content)	Min. 85%
Free Diethanolamine	Max. 5.0%
pH (1% Solution)	9.0 - 10.5
Color (Gardner)	Max. 8
Water Content	Max. 0.5%

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