Product Description of N,N-Dimethyl-N-dodecyl-N-(2-hydroxy-3-sulfopropyl)ammonium Betaine CAS#13197-76-7
N,N-Dimethyl-N-dodecyl-N-(2-hydroxy-3-sulfopropyl)ammonium betaine (CAS# 13197-76-7) is a zwitterionic surfactant known for its mild character and minimal irritation potential, making it a preferred choice for sensitive skin care formulations. The molecule incorporates both hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions, which confer excellent surface activity—effectively reducing interfacial tension and enhancing the solubility of various formulation ingredients. Moreover, it maintains consistent performance over an extensive pH range, ensuring adaptability across multiple product categories.
Lauryl hydroxysultaine Chemical Properties
| Boiling point | 350℃[at 101 325 Pa] |
| density | 1.1[at 20℃] |
| vapor pressure | 0Pa at 25℃ |
| Water Solubility | 680g/L at 20℃ |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C17H37NO4S/c1-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-18(2,3)15-17(19)16-23(20,21)22/h17,19H,4-16H2,1-3H3 |
| InChIKey | DDGPBVIAYDDWDH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | [N+](C)(C)(CCCCCCCCCCCC)CC(O)CS([O-])(=O)=O |
| LogP | -1.3 at 25℃ |
| EPA Substance Registry System | 1-Dodecanaminium, N-(2-hydroxy-3-sulfopropyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, inner salt (13197-76-7) |
Product Usage
Lauryl hydroxysulfonyl betaine is a mild yet highly efficient amphoteric surfactant, predominantly employed in the personal care industry. It is frequently incorporated into shampoos, body washes, foaming facial cleansers, and hand sanitizers.
In industrial contexts, it functions as an additive in drilling fluids for oilfield operations, as a component in industrial cleaning agents, and as a softener and antistatic treatment in textile processing. Owing to its excellent formulation compatibility and robust performance characteristics, lauryl hydroxysulfonyl betaine is well suited for a wide spectrum of applications across diverse industrial sectors.
