Alkyl Diethanolamide

  • Solubility: 5-10g/10 mL in water at 18 ºC
  • Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
  • Melting Point: 168-274 ºC
  • Physical State: Sticky Yellow Liquid
  • Odor: Characteristic Odor
  • Appearance: Yellow Viscous Liquid
  • Chemical Formula: CH3(CH2)nC(=O)N(CH2CH2OH)2
  • Boiling Point: 169-275 ºC
  • Specific Gravity: 0.99
  • pH: 9 (1% solution)
  • Solubility in Water: Soluble in water
  • Flash Point: >100 º
Alkyl Diethanolamides are common components used in cosmetics as foam boosters or emulsifiers. Chemically, they are amides formed from diethanolamine and carboxylic acids, typically fatty acids. Examples include Cocamide Diethanolamine, Lauramide Diethanolamine, and Oleamide Diethanolamine.