Description

Amines, Dimethyltallow Alkyl is a tertiary amine derived from tallow fatty acids, characterized by its long-chain alkyl groups. This compound is a versatile chemical intermediate valued for its surfactant properties and cationic nature, making it essential for formulating a wide range of industrial products. It is primarily used by manufacturers in the production of fabric softeners, corrosion inhibitors, and biocides across the chemical, textile, and oilfield industries.

Application

• Fabric Softener Base: A key raw material for manufacturing quaternary ammonium compounds (quats) used as cationic softeners and antistatic agents in textile and laundry care industries.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of filming amines and other additives that protect metal surfaces in industrial water systems, boilers, and oilfield applications.
• Biocide & Disinfectant Precursor: Serves as a precursor for quaternary ammonium biocides (QACs) effective in industrial, institutional, and agricultural sanitization.
• Emulsifier & Surfactant: Functions as an emulsifying agent and a component in specialty surfactant blends for agrochemicals, coatings, and asphalt.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst: Utilized in organic synthesis reactions to facilitate the migration of reactants between immiscible phases.
• Oilfield Chemicals: An intermediate in the production of chemicals for drilling, completion, and production fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Amines, Dimethyltallow Alkyl
CAS No.	68814-69-7
Molecular Formula	Typically CnH2n+1N(CH3)2 (n primarily 16-18)
Molecular Weight	~ 270-310 g/mol (Average)
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethyltallow amine; Tallow dimethylamine; Dimethyltallowamine; Tertiary Tallow Amine; Tallow amine, N,N-dimethyl-; N,N-Dimethylalkyl(C16-18)amine; Adogen® 163-D; Armeen® DMHTD; Kemannine® T-9702; Tallowalkyl dimethylamine
EINECS	272-489-8

Quality Control

Our Amines, Dimethyltallow Alkyl is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets defined specifications for amine value, composition, and color. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical-chemical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product performance for your formulations.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizers. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, pale yellow to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Tertiary Amine Content)	≥ 95.0 %
Amine Value	Contact for details
Color (Gardner)	≤ 5
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5 %
Primary & Secondary Amine	≤ 2.0 %

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