The molecule is a secondary amino compound that is diethanolamine substituted by methyl groups at positions 1 and 1'. It is a versatile chemical used in a variety of personal care, cosmetic and industrial products. It has a role as a surfactant, an emulsifier and a buffer. It is a secondary amino compound, a secondary alcohol and an aminodiol. It derives from a 1-aminopropan-2-ol.
1-(2-hydroxypropylamino)propan-2-ol