Speciality Chemicals

N,N-Dimethyl (Octan/Decan)amides

  • CAS No.308062-09-1
  • GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
  • Availability● In Stock

High-purity N,N-Dimethyl (octan/decan)amides blend (≥98%) used as a multifunctional solvent and penetration enhancer in cosmetic and topical formulations.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

N,N-Dimethyl (octan/decan)amides is a high-performance specialty chemical comprising a precisely balanced mixture of N,N-dimethyl octanamide (C8) and N,N-dimethyl decanamide (C10). This clear to pale yellow liquid is engineered for superior solvency, skin compatibility, and formulation stability, making it an ideal excipient in advanced personal care and dermatological products.

Specifications

AppearanceColorless to light yellow liquid
Color (APHA)≤1.0 (Test result: 0.3)
Purity≥98.0% (Test result: 98.32%)
Acid Value≤4 mgKOH/g (Test result: 1.8 mgKOH/g)
Free Amine≤0.1% (Test result: 0.05%)
Moisture≤0.3% (Test result: 0.2%)
CompositionC8 Amide: 50–62% (58.01%)
C10 Amide: 38–50% (40.31%)

Industrial Applications

This amide blend serves as a versatile, non-ionic penetration enhancer and co-solvent in transdermal and topical delivery systems. Its low irritation profile and excellent compatibility with active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), oils, and polymers support its use in:

  • Premium skincare and anti-aging formulations
  • Sunscreen and after-sun products for improved UV-filter dispersion
  • Medicated creams and ointments requiring enhanced bioavailability
  • Hair care systems for conditioning and gloss enhancement

Manufactured under stringent quality controls, our product conforms to international factory standards and is suitable for global regulatory compliance in cosmetics and OTC drug formulations.