Chemical Name: Hexadecyldimethylamine N-oxide
CAS No.: 7128-91-8
Molecular Fomula: C18H39NO
Molecular weight: 285.51
Appearance: White to off-white solid
Assay: 25%min
Hexadecyldimethylamine N-oxide (C18H39NO), a cationic surfactant, demonstrates exceptional compatibility with anionic/cationic systems. Key attributes include:
Parameter | Value |
---|---|
CAS Number | 7128-91-8 |
Molecular Weight | 285.51 g/mol |
Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid |
Active Content | 30% ± 2% in aqueous solution |
pH (1% solution) | 6.0 - 8.0 |
Critical Micelle Concentration | 0.1 - 0.5 mM |
Parameter | Hexadecyldimethylamine N-oxide | Cetrimonium Chloride | Lauryl Dimethyl Amine Oxide |
---|---|---|---|
Ionic Type | Cationic | Cationic | Amphoteric |
Foaming Capacity | High (pH 4-9) | Moderate | High (pH 6-8) |
Biodegradability | >90% (OECD 301F) | 75-80% | 85-88% |
Skin Irritation Potential | Low (OECD 439 EPI 0.8) | High | Moderate |
Compatibility | Wide pH range (3-11) | pH 4-8 | pH 5-9 |
Optimal dosage ranges:
Technical performance data:
Application | Concentration | Surface Tension Reduction | Detergency Improvement |
---|---|---|---|
Alkaline Cleaners | 0.5-2% | 28-32 mN/m | 40-45% vs baseline |
Acid Cleaners | 1-3% | 30-34 mN/m | 35-38% vs baseline |
Challenge: Reduce eye irritation in baby shampoo while maintaining foam volume
Solution: Replaced sodium laureth sulfate with 4.2% Hexadecyldimethylamine N-oxide
Results:
Parameter | Before | After |
---|---|---|
Foam Volume (mL) | 180 | 210 |
Irritation Score | 3.2 | 1.1 |
Cost Efficiency | 100% | 92% |
Technical Achievement: Enabled cold-water cleaning at 15°C with 2.8% additive concentration
Performance Metrics:
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