Tallow bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide

Tallow bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide (CAS 2097729-23-0) is a tertiary amine oxide surfactant derived from tallow fatty chains, combining C16–C18 saturated and unsaturated alkyl groups with a bis-hydroxyethyl oxide head.

It functions as a foam booster, viscosity modifier, and conditioning agent across detergent and personal care formulations. In liquid dish soaps and hard-surface cleaners, it boosts foam density and stabilizes lather.

The product enhances grease removal at low use levels. Personal care formulators incorporate it into shampoos and body washes to improve foam quality and deposit conditioning benefits on hair and skin.

Textile processing operations use it as a wetting and softening agent to improve fiber penetration during dyeing and finishing. Industrial cleaning concentrates benefit from its compatibility with anionic and nonionic systems.

It contributes viscosity building without requiring additional thickeners. Tallow bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amine oxide is typically supplied as an aqueous solution, with active content commonly in the 25–35% range.

Technical and industrial grades are the standard commercial offering for this product. Packaging options generally include drums and intermediate bulk containers suited to industrial procurement volumes.