Description

3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-Octadecylurea is a specialty urea derivative with a long alkyl chain and hydrophilic hydroxyl groups. This unique amphiphilic structure makes it a valuable functional additive and intermediate for modifying surface properties and enhancing compatibility. It is primarily sought by formulators and manufacturers in the personal care, coatings, and polymer industries seeking to improve product performance through tailored chemical functionality.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a conditioning agent, emulsifier, or viscosity modifier in hair care products, skin creams, and lotions.
• Coatings & Inks: Used as a dispersing aid, adhesion promoter, or rheology modifier to improve pigment wetting and film properties.
• Polymer Additive: Functions as an internal lubricant, anti-static agent, or compatibilizer in plastic and rubber compounds.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Employed as a softener, finishing agent, or dye-leveling assistant to enhance fabric hand and performance.
• Surfactant Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel non-ionic or cationic surfactants with specific HLB values.
• Lubricant Additives: Can be formulated into specialty lubricants and metalworking fluids for its friction-modifying and anti-wear properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-Octadecylurea
CAS No.	97659-33-1
Molecular Formula	C24H50N2O3
Molecular Weight	414.67 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octadecyl-3-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-(hydroxymethyl)urea; N-Octadecyl-N'-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-(hydroxymethyl)urea; Stearyl Hydroxyethyl Hydroxymethyl Urea; Urea, N-octadecyl-N'-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-(hydroxymethyl)-; Long-chain alkyl urea derivative; Amphiphilic urea compound
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-1-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-Octadecylurea adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all critical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

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 to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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