Description

3-Carboxy-N,N,n-Trimethyl-2-[(1-Oxo-2-Hexen-1-Yl)Oxy]-1-Propanaminium Inner Salt is a specialized zwitterionic compound with a unique structure combining a betaine moiety with an unsaturated ester linkage. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing advanced surfactants, emulsifiers, and specialty polymers. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, personal care, and advanced material formulation industries.

Application

• Specialty Surfactant Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel amphoteric and zwitterionic surfactants with tailored properties.
• Personal Care Formulations: Used in the development of mild, high-performance conditioning agents, emulsifiers, and viscosity modifiers for shampoos, conditioners, and skin creams.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce charged or hydrophilic groups into acrylic and vinyl polymers.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Potential application as a component in drilling fluid additives or enhanced oil recovery formulations due to its surfactant characteristics.
• Bioconjugation & Pharmaceutical Intermediates: The reactive ester group makes it suitable for creating prodrugs or for bioconjugation strategies in drug delivery system research.
• Research & Development: A valuable compound for academic and industrial research exploring new functional materials, colloidal systems, and surface science.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Carboxy-N,N,n-Trimethyl-2-[(1-Oxo-2-Hexen-1-Yl)Oxy]-1-Propanaminium Inner Salt
CAS No.	99452-58-1
Molecular Formula	C14H25NO5
Molecular Weight	287.35 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1-Oxo-2-hexen-1-yl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethyl-3-carboxy-1-propanaminium hydroxide, inner salt; (2-Carboxyethyl)(dimethyl)[(1-oxo-2-hexen-1-yl)oxy]methylammonium inner salt; 3-Carboxy-2-[(1-oxo-2-hexenyl)oxy]-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium hydroxide, inner salt; Betaine, (carboxymethyl)[(1-oxo-2-hexen-1-yl)oxy]methyl]dimethyl-, inner salt; Unsaturated betaine ester; Hexenoyloxypropyl betaine
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Carboxy-N,N,n-Trimethyl-2-[(1-Oxo-2-Hexen-1-Yl)Oxy]-1-Propanaminium Inner Salt adheres to a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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