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Agnique AMD 10 is a powerful solvent and nonionic surfactant specially developed by BASF for agrochemical and industrial formulations.
Agnique AMD 10 helps to establish stable emulsifiable concentrate (EC) systems, particularly by enabling the dissolution of active ingredients that are difficult to dissolve in water.
While it functions as an excellent co-solvent for agricultural pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, Agnique AMD 10 is also an effective degreaser and foam stabilizer in the industrial cleaning sector.
Offering both low volatility and high performance, this component maintains its stability even across wide temperature ranges, making Agnique AMD 10 ideal for manufacturers wishing to develop eco-friendly formulations.
Main Specifications
Product Name: Agnique AMD 10
Manufacturer: BASF
Chemical Description: N,N-Dimethyldecanamide (C10 amide-based)
CAS Number: 14433-76-2
EC Number: 238-405-1
Product Type / Class: Nonionic Surfactant / Alkanolamide Solvent
Product Number (PRD): 30529971
Chemical Formula: C12H25NO
Molecular Weight: Approximately 199.33 g/mol
INCI Name: Dimethyl Capramide
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: Clear, slightly viscous liquid ranging from colorless to yellow or amber.
Active Content Control: Generally supplied at 100% concentration with a very high purity rate.
Solubility Capability: Completely soluble in many organic solvents (aromatic hydrocarbons, alcohols, glycols); exhibits self-dispersing properties in water.
pH Value (in 1% aqueous solution): Typically exhibits a basic character between 8.0 and 10.0.
Volatility and VOC Tendency: Possesses a hydrophobic structure with low volatility, meeting low VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) requirements.
Density: Approximately 0.88 - 0.90 g/cm3 at 20 degrees Celsius.
Flash Point: Above 100 degrees Celsius, offering high safety during transportation and storage processes.
Freezing Point: Around -12 degrees Celsius, largely maintaining its liquid form under cold weather conditions.
Surface Tension: Significantly reduces the surface tension of water even at low concentrations.
Key Advantages and Benefits
Excellent Dissolving Power: Successfully dissolves challenging agrochemical active ingredients that are water-insoluble or prone to crystallization, ensuring the formulation remains stable without precipitation for a long time.
Foam Stabilization and Enrichment: Synergizes with other surfactants to increase the volume, creaminess, and longevity of the foam produced in formulations.
Viscosity Builder and Synergistic Flowability: Especially when used together with anionic surfactants (such as SLES), Agnique AMD 10 increases the consistency of the formulation and balances viscosity by expanding the micelle structure.
Agnique AMD 10 reduces the necessity for salt.
Heavy Oil Degreasing Ability: Extremely effective in breaking down industrial oils, greases, tar, and asphalt residues thanks to its strong hydrophobic character and long carbon chain.
Low Toxicity and Environmental Profile: Has a safer toxicity profile compared to conventional aromatic solvents.
Agnique AMD 10 features high biodegradability in nature.
Sensitive Skin Compatibility: When properly formulated, Agnique AMD 10 helps lower the overall risk of skin and eye irritation of the formulation and provides a soothing, emollient effect.
Detailed Application and Usage Areas
1. Agrochemicals (Agricultural Chemicals)
Plays a critical role as a liquid C10 N,N-dimethyl amide solvent in pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, and plant nutrition products.
Agnique AMD 10 prevents the separation of emulsifiable concentrates (EC) and oil-based suspensions (OD) of active ingredients that are difficult to dissolve in water, such as tebuconazole, propiconazole, and phenmedipham.
When sprayed onto plant leaf surfaces, Agnique AMD 10 facilitates better adhesion and spreading of droplets, making Agnique AMD 10 easier for the active substance to penetrate through the plant cuticle.
Agnique AMD 10 maximizes spraying performance by increasing rainfastness resistance.
2. Industrial, Institutional, and Household Cleaning (I and I)
Utilized as a primary mixer or additive in heavy-duty industrial cleaners, engine wash liquids, component parts washing baths, and grease removal formulations.
In household cleaning, Agnique AMD 10 is preferred for removing stubborn grease in oven cleaners, kitchen degreaser sprays, and car shampoos without the need for mechanical scrubbing.
Agnique AMD 10 does not compromise on cleaning performance even in the presence of hard water.
3. Cosmetics and Personal Care Formulations
Provides a safe alternative to traditional diethanolamine (DEA)-containing alkanolamides that carry a risk of nitrosamine formation.
Agnique AMD 10 functions as a foam quality enhancer, thickener, and a moisture barrier provider to prevent the feeling of dryness on the skin after rinsing in shampoos, body washes, liquid hand soaps, bubble baths, and facial cleansers.
4. Textile and Leather Processing Industry
Acts as a penetration enhancer in lubrication, wetting, and dyeing auxiliary chemicals used during the processing of leather and textile fibers.
Agnique AMD 10 triggers the homogeneous distribution of dyes and other protective chemicals between the fibers.
Safety, Storage, and Handling Precautions
Firefighting Methods: Direct pressurized water should not be sprayed in case of a potential fire (this may cause the fire to spread). Instead, water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder extinguishers, or carbon dioxide (CO2) devices should be used.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic gases such as carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) may be released when exposed to very high thermal heat or combustion.
In such cases, protective equipment with a full fresh-air mask must be worn.
First Aid Measures: In case of direct contact with eyes or skin, the affected area should be washed immediately with plenty of clean, warm water for at least 15 minutes.
Medical assistance should be sought if irritation persists.
If accidentally swallowed, vomiting should not be induced; the mouth should be rinsed with water, and a medical facility should be consulted immediately.
Storage Conditions: Must be stored in its original container, tightly closed, in dry, cool, and well-ventilated areas.
Agnique AMD 10 should be kept away from direct sunlight, extreme heat, open flame sources, and strong oxidizing agents.
The shelf life is generally at least 2 years from the date of production under appropriate conditions.
Environmental Precautions: Large spills must be prevented from leaking into sewers, surface waters, or groundwater.
Spilled material should be absorbed with sand, earth, or universal absorbent materials, collected in suitable waste containers, and disposed of according to local regulations.
