Description

Hexadecanamide, n-[2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Ethyl]-, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized is a quaternary ammonium compound derived from a fatty acid amide, designed for superior surface activity and cationic functionality. This specialized chemical is engineered to deliver enhanced performance as a softener, antistatic agent, and emulsifier in demanding industrial formulations. It is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the textile, personal care, and specialty surfactant industries seeking reliable, high-purity ingredients.

Application

• Textile Softening & Finishing: Primary application as a highly effective cationic softener for natural and synthetic fibers, providing a smooth, luxurious hand feel and durable antistatic properties.
• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Key conditioning agent in personal care formulations, where it adsorbs to hair shafts to improve manageability, reduce static, and enhance shine.
• Industrial Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in the formulation of cationic emulsions for coatings, polishes, and agricultural adjuvants due to its excellent emulsifying and dispersing capabilities.
• Fabric Dyeing & Printing Auxiliary: Acts as a leveling agent and dye fixative, improving color yield and fastness in textile dyeing processes.
• Paper & Pulp Chemical: Employed as a softener and debonding agent in tissue paper production and as a retention aid in papermaking.
• Antistatic Agent for Plastics: Incorporated into polymer formulations to impart permanent or semi-permanent antistatic characteristics to plastic films and components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexadecanamide, n-[2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Ethyl]-, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized
CAS No.	97660-49-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₄₆ClN₃O₂
Molecular Weight	420.08 g/mol
Synonyms	N-[2-[2-Hydroxyethyl)amino]ethyl]hexadecanamide, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized; Quaternized Palmitamide DEA; 2-Chloroethanol quaternary salt of N-[2-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethyl]hexadecanamide; Cetyl Palmitamide DEA Quat; Cationic Fatty Acid Amide; Quaternary Ammonium Compound of Palmitamide DEA; Ethoquad C/12 PG (related trade name); Amidoamine Quat
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Hexadecanamide, n-[2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Ethyl]-, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, cationic activity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, amine value, moisture content, and pH are 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow paste or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Cationic Active Matter)	≥ 90.0 %
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 2.0 %
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Amine Value	Contact for details
Ash Content	≤ 0.5 %

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