Description

n-(Hydroxyethyl)-C12-18-Amides is a versatile nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of alkanolamides, derived from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids. This compound is valued for its excellent thickening, foam boosting, and stabilizing properties in aqueous formulations. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, home care, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking to enhance product performance and viscosity.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a primary or secondary surfactant, viscosity builder, and foam stabilizer in shampoos, body washes, liquid soaps, and facial cleansers.
• Household & Industrial Cleaners: Used in dishwashing liquids, hard surface cleaners, and laundry detergents for its grease-cutting ability and foam stability.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Serves as an emulsifier, softener, and antistatic agent in fiber lubricants and finishing agents.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and lubricity agent in synthetic and semi-synthetic coolants.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Employed as a wetting agent, spreader, and emulsifier in pesticide and herbicide formulations.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Utilized as a defoamer component and dispersant in pulp processing and coating applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(Hydroxyethyl)-C12-18-Amides
CAS No.	72623-73-5
Molecular Formula	Typically C14-20H29-41NO2 (Mixture)
Molecular Weight	~243-340 g/mol (Average)
Synonyms	N-(2-Hydroxyethyl) C12-18 Fatty Acid Amides; Coconut Diethanolamide (CDEA) Type; Lauramide DEA (C12 specific); Cocamide DEA; Fatty Acid Diethanolamides (C12-18); Alkanolamide 6501; Amides, coco, N-(2-hydroxyethyl); N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl) C12-18 alkyl amides
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Quality Control

Our n-(Hydroxyethyl)-C12-18-Amides is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and compliance with industry specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing parameters such as amide content, free amine value, and color, is provided with every shipment to guarantee product integrity and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Amide Content)	Min. 85%
Free Fatty Acid	Max. 2.0%
Free Diethanolamine	Max. 5.0%
pH (1% Solution)	9.0 - 10.5
Color (Gardner)	Max. 5
Water Content	Max. 0.5%

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