Description

Octadecanamide, n-[2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Ethyl]-, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized is a quaternary ammonium compound derived from stearamide, valued for its cationic surfactant properties and compatibility with various formulations. This specialty chemical is engineered to provide excellent emulsification, antistatic, and conditioning effects in demanding industrial processes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, textile finishing, and industrial surfactant sectors for its reliable performance and functional versatility.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Acts as a primary cationic conditioning agent, providing excellent detangling, softness, and manageability to hair.
• Fabric Softeners & Textile Auxiliaries: Imparts a soft hand feel to fabrics and provides durable antistatic properties during textile finishing.
• Industrial Emulsifiers: Serves as an effective emulsifier for oils and waxes in polishes, coatings, and metalworking fluids.
• Antistatic Agents for Plastics & Synthetic Fibers: Used in spin finishes and internal additives to reduce static charge buildup.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulations: Provides a protective film on metal surfaces in water-based systems.
• Paper Softening & Deinking Aids: Enhances the softness of tissue papers and aids in the recycling process.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octadecanamide, n-[2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Ethyl]-, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized
CAS No.	97660-61-2
Molecular Formula	C24H50ClN3O2
Molecular Weight	448.13 g/mol
Synonyms	N-[2-[2-Hydroxyethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethyl]octadecanamide, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized; Quaternium-70; Stearamidopropyl Ethyl Dimonium Ethosulfate (related compound); Cationic Stearamide Surfactant; N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-[2-(1-oxooctadecyl)amino]ethyl]ammonium Chloride; 2-Chloroethanol quaternary salt of N-[2-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethyl]octadecanamide; Amides, C18-unsaturated, alkyl, N-[2-[(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethyl], ethoxylated, quaternized (generic).
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Quality Control

Our Octadecanamide, n-[2-[(2-Hydroxyethyl)Amino]Ethyl]-, 2-Chloroethanol-Quaternized is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for your formulations.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Quaternary Ammonium Content)	≥ 95.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
pH (5% solution)	4.0 - 7.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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