murphyDimethyl Palmitamine
AKA: Hexadecyldimethylamine, 112-69-6, N-dimethylhexadecan-1-amine, Cetyldimethylamine, Dimethylhexadecylamine, Palmityl dimethyl amine, 1-HEXADECANAMINE, Dimethylpalmitylamine, Palmityldimethylamine
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Not Clean
OriginDerived from palmitic acid, a saturated fatty acid found in palm oil and animal fats, belonging to the amine compound family. Synthesized through amination of palmitic acid or its derivatives, introducing dimethyl amine groups via chemical reaction.
Dimethyl hexadecanamine appears as a clear yellow colored liquid with a fishlike odor. Insoluble in water and less dense than water. Hence floats on water. Contact may irritate skin, eyes and mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingestion, inhalation or skin absorption. Used to make other chemicals.
Formula
C18H39N
Mol. Weight
269.50
CAS #
112-69-6
Form
Liquid
State
Dimethyl hexadecanamine appears as a clear yellow colored liquid with a fishlike odor. Insoluble in water and less dense than water. Hence floats on water. Contact may irritate skin, eyes and mucous m
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antistatic
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Reduces Static
Conditions Hair
Emulsifier
Reduces Inflammation
Brightens Skin
Locks In Moisture
Reduces flyaways
Softens and detangles hair
Mixes oil and water
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR