H Soft® AO-1416 is a 30% active myristyl/cetyl (C14/16) dimethylamine oxide in water that can build viscosity and increase foaming capabilities. It is stable in acid, base, and hypochlorite, and is compatible with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants. Its exceptional quality makes it suitable for a wide range of applications and markets.

Chemical Name: Amines, C12-18-alkyldimethyl, N-oxides

CAS Number: 68955-55-5

Chemical Family: Amine Oxides

Synonyms: C12-18-alkyldimethyl amine N-oxides

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Home Care Applications
Recommended Uses & Known Applications
  • Its exceptional quality allows it to be applied in a wide range of applications and markets. This product is used in quality dishwashing detergents as a viscosity builder, grease remover, and rinsing agent.
  • HI&I cleaner formulations use AO-1416 for detergency, foam boosting, and hypochlorite stability.
  • AO-1416 exhibits enhanced surface activity for use in acidic bathroom and floor cleaners.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear, yellow, viscous
Odor
Mild
Compatible with
Nonionic surfactants, Cationic surfactants, Anionic surfactants
Stable in
Bases, Acids, Hypochlorite
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Activity28 - 31%-
pH (at 10% Aqueous)6 - 8.5--
Free Peroxidemax. 0.3%-
Free Aminemax. 1%-
Density (at 25°C)0.92 - 1g/ml-
Boiling Pointapprox. 212°F-
Flash Pointmin. 200°FOpen cup
Reactive Volatile Organic Compounds0%EPA

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Years
Storage, Stability and Handling Information

Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, out of direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Store away from incompatible materials. Store in accordance with local/regional/ national/international regulations.