AMMONYX® MO operates as a myristamine oxide, functioning as a cleansing agent, foam stabilizer, and viscosity builder in personal care and h&i products. This amphoteric surfactant is suitable for high-viscosity formulations and finds applications in various markets, including agricultural solutions, home care, institutional and industrial cleaning, personal care, and vehicle care.

INCI Name: Myristamine Oxide

Functions: Cleansing Agent, Conditioner, Emulsifier, Foam Booster, Surfactant, Surfactant (Amphoteric), Viscosity Modifier, Wetting Agent

Labeling Claims: Preservative-free, Sulfate-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Synonyms: Dimethylmyristylamine oxide, Dimethyltetradecylamine oxide, Esadecyldimethylamine N-oxide, Myristamine oxide, Myristyldimethylamine oxide, N-Myristyl-N,N-dimethylamine oxide, N-Tetradecyldimethylamine N-oxide, N,N-Dimethyl 1-tetradecanamine N-oxide, N,N-Dimethyl-1-tetradecanamine oxide, N,N-Dimethyl-N-tetradecylamine N-oxide, N,N-Dimethyl-n-tetradecylamine oxide, N,N-Dimethylmyristylamine oxide, N,N-Dimethyltetradecylamine oxide, Tetradecyldimethylamine N-oxide, Tetradecyldimethylamine oxide, Tetradecyldimethylaminoxide

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Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
3332-27-2
EC No.
222-059-3
Chemical Structure

AMMONYX® MO - Chemical Structure

x = 13 (predominately)

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features
Functional Properties
  • Cleansing Agent
  • Emulsifier
  • Hair Conditioning Agent
  • Emollient
  • Foam Stabilizer
  • Viscosity Booster
  • Foam Booster
  • Acid & Alkali Stable
  • Bleach Stable
Biodegradability

Product is readily biodegradable.

Features

Preservative Free

Applications & Uses

Bath & Shower Applications
End Product Uses
  • Shampoos
  • Bubble Baths
  • Household Products
  • Shaving Creams
  • Facial Masks (Mud Packs)
  • Industrial & Institutional Products
  • Hair Conditioners
  • Hand Soaps

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point100°C
Amine Oxide (MW 271)30%
Cloud Point3°C
Free Amine (MW 255)0.5%
Colormax. 80Apha Scale
Density-0.96g/ml
pH (10% in aqueous solution)8
Hydrogen Peroxide0.1%
Viscosity (at 25°C)2336cPs
Pour Point4°C
Viscosity (at 60 °C)459cPs
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Freeze Point1°C
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA
Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC)32mg/l
Draves Wetting (at 25°C)2sec
Interfacial Tension4.1nM/M
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)0.96
Surface Tension29.4mN/m

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Clearances

All components of AMMONYX MO are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: Europe (EINECS 222-059-3), Japan (ENCS 2-198), Canada (DSL 3332-27-2), Australia (AICS 3332-27-2), Korea (98-3-970) and United States (TSCA listed).

Safety & Health

Toxicity

AMMONYX MO is practically non-toxic orally (LD₅₀ >5g/kg) and is moderately irritating to skin. The product is minimally irritating to eyes at 2% active.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

AMMONYX MO is available in bulk and 55 gallon fiber open head liquipak drums (net weight 425 lb/193 kg).

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling AMMONYX MO. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
  • It is recommended that AMMONYX MO be stored in sealed containers and kept at temperatures not lower than 50 °F (10 °C) nor higher than 120 °F (49 °C). Avoid overheating or freezing. If material is frozen, mild heat and agitation are recommended to ensure the material is homogeneous before use.