Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine is a widely used ingredient in cosmetics, personal care, and skincare formulations. Depending on its function, it may serve as a moisturizer, preservative, emulsifier, or active ingredient to enhance the overall effectiveness and performance of a product.
Stearamidopropyl dimethylamine is an ingredient in some types of hair conditioner. It has antistatic, emulsifying, hair conditioning, and surfactant properties. It is water soluble, readily biodegradable, and mildly toxic to aquatic life.
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Preferred IUPAC name
N-[3-(Dimethylamino)propyl]octadecanamide | |
Other names
N-(3-Dimethylaminopropyl)octadecanamide
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.028.736 |
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MeSH | N-(3-(dimethylamino)propyl)octadecanamide |
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CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
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Properties | |
C23H48N2O | |
Molar mass | 368.650 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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