What are the physical and chemical properties of Hexadecyl(dimethyl)ammonio]acetate (CAS: 693-33-4)?

Hexadecyl(dimethyl)ammonio]acetate (CAS: 693-33-4) is a white to off-white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of approximately 310.46 g/mol. It has good solubility in water and organic solvents. Chemically, it is mildly reactive, primarily used in surfactant and emulsifier applications. It shows minimal solubility in nonpolar solvents and exhibits surfactant properties in aqueous solutions.