Description

Octadecanoic Acid, Compd. With 2-(Diethylamino)Ethanol (1:1) is an organic salt formed from stearic acid and diethylaminoethanol. This compound is valued for its dual functionality, acting as a cationic surfactant and an emulsifying agent in various formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, coatings, and textile industries for its ability to modify surface properties and stabilize complex mixtures.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as an emulsifier, opacifier, and viscosity modifier in creams, lotions, and hair conditioners.
• Coatings & Inks: Functions as a grinding aid, dispersant, and flow control agent in pigment preparations and paint systems.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Serves as a softener, lubricant, and antistatic agent in fiber and fabric treatment processes.
• Metalworking Fluids: Acts as a corrosion inhibitor and emulsifier in soluble oils and drawing compounds.
• Agricultural Formulations: Employed as an adjuvant to enhance the spreading and adhesion of pesticides and herbicides.
• Plastics & Polymers: Utilized as an internal or external lubricant and antistatic agent in polymer processing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octadecanoic Acid, Compd. With 2-(Diethylamino)Ethanol (1:1)
CAS No.	68929-16-8
Molecular Formula	C22H47NO3
Molecular Weight	373.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Stearic Acid Diethylaminoethanol Salt; 2-(Diethylamino)ethyl Stearate; Diethylaminoethanol Stearate; DEAE-Stearate; N,N-Diethylaminoethyl Stearate; Amino Alcohol Stearate; Stearic Acid Amine Salt; Cationic Stearate Emulsifier
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octadecanoic Acid, Compd. With 2-(Diethylamino)Ethanol (1:1) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and moisture content are available upon request.

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); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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