Product Description:
1-Dodecylhydantoin is an organic compound typically used in the field of sanitation and disinfection. It is a derivative of hydantoin with surfactant properties.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
5537-44-4
SYNONYM:
N-Dodecyl-5,5-dimethylhydantoin;Laurylhydantoin
FORMULA:
C15H28N2O2
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Irritant
CATEGORIES:
Biocide
,
Surfactant
,
Cleaning Agent
,
Water Treatment
,
Detergent
Technical Specifications
1-Dodecylhydantoin is a versatile compound characterized by its chemical composition, featuring a twelve-carbon dodecyl chain linked to a hydantoin moiety. This unique structure imparts both hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties, making it ideal for various applications. Its hydantoin backbone stabilizes the compound, allowing it to perform effectively under varied conditions.
This product finds extensive use in personal care formulations due to its surfactant and emulsifying capabilities, helping to improve the texture and consistency of creams, lotions, and other skincare and haircare products. It is also employed in industrial applications, including water treatment and the production of antimicrobial agents, owing to its biocidal properties that ensure efficacy in controlling bacteria, fungi, and algae.
In addition, 1-Dodecylhydantoin''s capacity to enhance the performance of detergents and cleaning agents makes it a valuable additive in household and industrial cleaning products. Its reliability and multifunctional nature make it an essential component in both consumer and industrial markets, catering to diverse manufacturing and formulation needs.