9-Octadecen-1-amine, N,N-dimethyl-, N-oxide
Synonyms
Category
Zwitterionic Surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CASRN: 61792-38-9
EINECS: N/A
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C20H41NO
Molecular Weight: 311.55
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), slightly yellow to pale yellow viscous liquid.
Solubility soluble in water.
Stability stable. Easily oxidized.
Risk Liquid form: irritation, low irritation to skin, eye.
GHS (Rev.10) label:
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent emulsifying, dispersing, foaming, foam stabilizing, antistatic, solubilizing, wetting abilities. Mild surfactant. Can reduce the irritation of the other surfactants. Resistance to hard water. Excellent compatibility.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
Liquid |
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
30.0 |
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 emulsifying agent, dispersing agent.
Use as foaming agent, foam stabilizing agent.
Use as thickening agent.
Use as antistatic agent.
2, Personal care products
Conditioning agent, antistatic agent, cleansing agent, foam boosting agent, hydrotrope in personal care products.
3, Textile
Antistatic agent, softening agent in textile, leather, fiber.
4, Household detergents
Thickening agent, foaming agent, foam stabilizing agent in household cleaning.
5, Industrial cleaning
Thickening agent, foaming agent, foam stabilizing agent in industrial cleaning, vehicle cleaning.
Manufacturers
Update: 20140729(1); 20190714(2);