Description

n-[2-[(1-Oxododecyl)Amino]Ethyl]Glycine is a high-purity, amphoteric surfactant and chelating agent derived from glycine. This compound is valued for its excellent metal ion sequestration properties and mild, skin-compatible characteristics, making it a versatile ingredient in demanding formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetic, and industrial cleaning sectors for its ability to enhance stability and performance.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: As a primary surfactant and foaming agent in mild shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, and baby care products.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Used in formulations for hard surface cleaners, metal cleaning solutions, and dairy detergents due to its chelating power and stability in alkaline conditions.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Acts as a leveling agent, dyeing assistant, and metal ion scavenger in various wet processing stages.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed as a corrosion inhibitor and scale control additive in drilling and production fluids.
• Agricultural Formulations: Serves as a stabilizer and compatibility agent in pesticide and herbicide concentrates.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized amphoteric compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	n-[2-[(1-Oxododecyl)Amino]Ethyl]Glycine
CAS No.	73772-42-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₂N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	300.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Lauroyl Ethylenediamine Glycine; N-Lauroyl Ethylenediamine-N,N-Diacetic Acid; Lauryl EDG; N-(2-(Lauroylamino)ethyl)glycine; N-(2-(Dodecanoylamino)ethyl)glycine; LEDG; Amphoteric Surfactant LD; Glycine, N-[2-[(1-oxododecyl)amino]ethyl]-
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Quality Control

Our n-[2-[(1-Oxododecyl)Amino]Ethyl]Glycine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
pH (1% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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