Description

n-(1-Oxo-9-Octadecenyl)Glycine is a high-purity, specialty organic compound belonging to the class of N-acyl amino acids. This chemical is valued for its unique amphiphilic structure, which provides excellent surface-active and chelating properties, making it a versatile intermediate for advanced formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries for the development of high-performance surfactants, emulsifiers, and skin-conditioning agents.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Ingredients: Acts as a key intermediate or active component in the synthesis of mild surfactants, emulsifiers, and skin-conditioning agents for creams, lotions, and cleansers.
• Specialty Surfactant Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block for producing novel amphoteric or anionic surfactants with enhanced mildness and foaming properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of certain pharmaceutical compounds and prodrugs due to its biocompatible glycine moiety.
• Industrial Additives: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor, dispersant, or chelating agent in various industrial fluid formulations.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-activity relationships in surfactant science and bioorganic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-(1-Oxo-9-Octadecenyl)Glycine
CAS No.	97404-07-4
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₇NO₃
Molecular Weight	339.52 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(1-Oxo-9-octadecenyl)glycine; Glycine, N-(1-oxo-9-octadecenyl)-; Oleoyl glycine; 9-Octadecenoic acid, 1-[(carboxymethyl)amino]-1-oxo-; N-Oleoylglycine; (Z)-N-(1-Oxo-9-octadecenyl)glycine; N-(9Z-Octadecenoyl)glycine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-(1-Oxo-9-Octadecenyl)Glycine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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