Description

(2-Hydroxyethyl)[2-(Stearoyloxy)Ethyl]Ammonium Acetate is a quaternary ammonium compound with a long-chain fatty acid ester group, functioning as a cationic surfactant and fabric softener active. This structure provides excellent softening, antistatic, and emulsifying properties, making it a key ingredient for high-performance formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the textile, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking effective and stable cationic agents.

Application

• Fabric Softeners & Conditioners: A primary active ingredient in liquid and dryer sheet formulations for imparting softness, reducing static cling, and improving fabric manageability.
• Hair Conditioners & Rinse-Off Cosmetics: Used as a conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and cream rinses to provide detangling, smoothness, and a silky feel to hair.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a softener and antistatic agent in commercial laundry detergents and rinse aids for hotels, hospitals, and laundromats.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Employed as a softening and lubricating agent in textile finishing processes for yarns and fabrics.
• Emulsifier & Dispersant: Acts as a cationic emulsifier for oil-in-water systems and a dispersing aid for pigments and other solids in various formulations.
• Antistatic Agents: Incorporated into plastics, synthetic fibers, and coatings to reduce static electricity buildup.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Hydroxyethyl)[2-(Stearoyloxy)Ethyl]Ammonium Acetate
CAS No.	68959-26-2
Molecular Formula	C25H51NO5
Molecular Weight	445.68 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)stearoyloxyethyl]dimethylammonium acetate; Diethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)methylammonium acetate stearate; Ethoquad® O/12 PG (trade name); Quaternary ammonium compound, (2-hydroxyethyl)methylbis[2-[(1-oxooctadecyl)oxy]ethyl], acetate; TEA-Quat Stearate; N,N-Bis(2-stearoyloxyethyl)-N-methyl-2-hydroxyethanaminium acetate; Bis(stearoyloxyethyl)methylhydroxyethylammonium acetate
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Quality Control

Our (2-Hydroxyethyl)[2-(Stearoyloxy)Ethyl]Ammonium Acetate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and amine value 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow paste or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 90.0 %
Moisture Content	≤ 2.0 %
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.5
Free Amine & Amine Salt	≤ 2.0 %

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