Description

Sodium 2-(Hexadecylamino)Ethanesulphonate is a high-purity, amphoteric surfactant with a unique structure combining a long hydrophobic alkyl chain with a hydrophilic sulphonate and amino group. This compound matters for its excellent emulsifying, dispersing, and wetting properties, particularly in challenging formulations. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking stable, high-performance surface-active agents.

Application

• As a primary emulsifier and stabilizer in cosmetic and personal care formulations, including creams, lotions, and hair conditioners.
• As a dispersing and wetting agent in agrochemical formulations such as pesticides and herbicides to enhance efficacy.
• In industrial and institutional (I&I) cleaning products for its superior degreasing and surface penetration capabilities.
• As a key ingredient in textile processing auxiliaries for scouring, dyeing, and finishing operations.
• In the formulation of metalworking fluids and lubricants for corrosion inhibition and surface activity.
• As a specialty surfactant in paint, coating, and ink systems to improve pigment dispersion and substrate wetting.
• For research and development purposes in novel surfactant chemistry and material science applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-(Hexadecylamino)Ethanesulphonate
CAS No.	83721-42-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₈NNaO₃S
Molecular Weight	371.56 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hexadecylamino)ethanesulfonic acid sodium salt; Sodium N-Hexadecyltaurate; N-Cetyltaurine sodium salt; N-Hexadecyl-N-(2-sulfoethyl)amine sodium salt; C16 Taurate; Hexadecyltaurine sodium salt; Taurine, N-hexadecyl-, sodium salt; Amphoteric surfactant C16
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-(Hexadecylamino)Ethanesulphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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