Description

n-[3-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Methylamino]Propyl]Hexadecanamide n-Oxide is a high-purity, amphoteric surfactant belonging to the class of amine oxides. This compound is valued for its excellent foaming, wetting, and conditioning properties, along with its compatibility with a wide pH range and mildness on skin and hair. It is primarily utilized by formulators in the personal care, home care, and industrial cleaning sectors. Its unique structure provides stability and performance enhancement in complex formulations.

Application

• Personal Care Products: Acts as a primary or secondary surfactant and foam booster in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and shaving creams, offering a rich, stable lather and mildness.
• Home Care Formulations: Used in dishwashing liquids, hard surface cleaners, and all-purpose cleaners for its superior grease-cutting ability, foam stability, and compatibility with other surfactants.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a key component in vehicle wash systems, food processing plant cleaners, and dairy detergents due to its robust performance and stability in concentrated products.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a softener, lubricant, and antistatic agent in fiber and fabric treatment processes, improving handle and processability.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Employed as a wetting agent and penetrant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spray coverage and foliar uptake.
• Cosmetic Conditioning Agents: Provides conditioning and detangling benefits in hair care products while improving the viscosity and texture of lotions and creams.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	n-[3-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Methylamino]Propyl]Hexadecanamide n-Oxide
CAS No.	72987-27-0
Molecular Formula	C22H46N2O3
Molecular Weight	386.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Palmitamidopropyl Hydroxyethylmethyl Ammonium Oxide; N-[3-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)methylamino]propyl]hexadecanamide N-oxide; Cetyl Amido Propyl Hydroxyethyl Methyl Ammonium Oxide; CAPHMAO; Amine Oxide CAPH; Hexadecanamide, N-[3-[(2-hydroxyethyl)methylamino]propyl]-, N-oxide; Surfactant AO-16
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Quality Control

Our n-[3-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Methylamino]Propyl]Hexadecanamide n-Oxide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, amine oxide content, and residual amine are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance assurance for your supply chain.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 98.0 %
Amine Oxide Content	≥ 30.0 % (in aqueous solution)
Free Amine Content	≤ 1.0 %
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content	Balance

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