Octadecylamine (CAS 124-30-1) is known by several other names, including stearylamine, 1-aminooctadecane, and n-octadecylamine. These names all refer to the same long-chain alkylamine compound, with "stearylamine" being the most commonly used alternative in industrial and commercial contexts.
Physical and Chemical Properties
It typically appears as white to pale yellow flakes or a waxy solid at room temperature, with a faint amine-like odor. It has a melting point of around 50-52°C, making it solid under normal conditions but easy to melt when heated. It is insoluble in water but highly soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, and chloroform. Its structure features an 18-carbon hydrophobic chain attached to an amino group (-NH₂), giving it both water-repelling and water-attracting properties.
Applications
- Surfactant Production: Used to make cationic surfactants for fabric softeners, hair conditioners, and detergents, where they reduce surface tension and enhance softness.
- Corrosion Inhibition: Forms a protective layer on metals (steel, copper) to prevent rust in pipelines, boilers, and storage tanks.
- Lubricants and Plastics: Improves lubricant adhesion to metal surfaces and acts as a mold-release agent in plastic processing.
- Mining and Paper Industries: Serves as a flotation agent in mining and a sizing agent in papermaking to boost water resistance.
Packaging
We offer flexible packaging options:
- Small quantities: 25kg sealed plastic bags or fiber drums, easy to store and handle.
- Bulk orders: 200kg steel drums or 1000L IBC tanks, ensuring safe transport and minimizing leakage. All packages include clear labels with safety data and usage guidelines.
Our Advantages
- High Purity: Our octadecylamine has a purity of 98%+ for consistent performance in all applications.
- Stable Supply: We maintain large stockpiles to meet urgent orders and long-term contracts.
- Global Logistics: Efficient shipping networks ensure timely delivery to worldwide destinations.
- Technical Support: Our team provides expert advice on storage, handling, and application optimization.
We export Octadecylamine all year round, can ensure that the product quality guarantee to customers.We provide Commerical Invoice, Packing List, Bill of loading, COA.Are you interested in this product? Please submit an inquiry, and we will contact you within 24 business hours to discuss your requirements.
Why choose Gneebio?
Gneebio with decades of experience in research, manufacturing and marketing of organic chemicals, is one of the leading exporters of chemical products in Henan, China.Over the years, we have been committed to the chemical industries of intermediates, plastic additives, water treatment chemicals and fungicide, and daily chemicals.
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Advantages
1). Small batch shipment and sub-packaging is available.
2). Provide COA, MSDS, Health Certificate and Origin Certificate.
3). Quality first, service best.
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