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Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate

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Isopropyl lauroyl sarcosinate

Synonyms

Glycine, N-methyl-N-(1-oxododecyl)-, 1-methylethyl ester;

Category

Non-ionic surfactant

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Chemical Numbering System

CASRN: 230309-38-3

EINECS: N/A

Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight

Molecular Formula: C18H36NO3; C18H36N1O3

Molecular Weight: 313.48

Structure

Properties

Appearance    (1), liquid.

Solubility    slightly soluble in water.

Stability    stable. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed.

Risk    Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.

GHS (Rev.10) label:  

Ecology    may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.

Biodegradability    biodegradable.

Characteristics    excellent lubricating, dispersing, emulsifying, solubilizing abilities.

Synthesis

 

Quality Standards & Test Methods

1, Physical and chemical indexes

Item

Physical and chemical indexes

Liquid

Actives, %, ≥

95.0

Test Methods

(1), Actives

GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods

2, Hazardous substances indexes

Item

Hazardous substances indexes

Liquid

Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/Kg, ≤

20

As, mg/Kg, ≤

3

Test Methods

(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)

Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)

GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals

(2), As

Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)

GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic

3, Further explanation

(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.

(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.

Major Uses

1, Typical applications

Use as dispersing agent, emulsion stabilizer.

Use as lubricant.

2, Personal care products

Conditioning agent, emollient in personal care products. Good compatibility with skin.

Manufacturers

 

Update: 20141025(1); 20200601(2);

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Standard

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