Description

Sodium 1-Dodecyl-5-Oxopyrrolidine-3-Carboxylate is a high-purity specialty surfactant and organic intermediate derived from pyrrolidone carboxylic acid. This compound is valued for its unique amphiphilic structure, which provides excellent surface activity, emulsifying properties, and compatibility in complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and advanced material synthesis industries seeking innovative functional ingredients.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a mild surfactant and emulsifier in high-end shampoos, facial cleansers, and shower gels, providing rich lather and skin compatibility.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a solubilizing agent or penetration enhancer in topical drug delivery systems and transdermal patches.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a functional monomer or additive in the synthesis of specialty polymers, coatings, and dispersants.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Employed in specialty cleaning formulations where its specific chelating and surface-modifying properties are advantageous.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Functions as a wetting agent or spreader in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve efficacy.
• Research & Development: A key intermediate for organic synthesis and biochemical research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 1-Dodecyl-5-Oxopyrrolidine-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	94108-38-0
Molecular Formula	C17H30NNaO4
Molecular Weight	335.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Lauroyl PCA; Sodium N-Lauroyl-L-Pyrrolidone Carboxylate; 1-Dodecyl-5-oxopyrrolidine-3-carboxylic acid sodium salt; Lauroyl Pyrrolidone Carboxylic Acid Sodium Salt; N-Lauroyl Sarcosine Sodium Salt (related compound); Sodium PCA Lauryl Ester; Ajidew NL-50 (potential trade name); Surfactant PCA-12
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 1-Dodecyl-5-Oxopyrrolidine-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment. We adhere to relevant GMP guidelines where applicable, and specifications can be aligned with customer-specific requirements.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	15.0 - 18.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Microbial Count	≤ 1000 CFU/g

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