Description

1-Dodecylpyridinium Bromide is a quaternary ammonium salt widely recognized for its potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This compound is essential for formulators seeking effective biocidal activity and surface modification in demanding industrial and research applications. It is particularly valuable in the development of disinfectants, phase-transfer catalysts, and as a key intermediate in organic synthesis for the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Antimicrobial Agent & Disinfectant Formulation: Serves as a powerful active ingredient in industrial, institutional, and agricultural disinfectants and sanitizers.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, crucial in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Used in specialized formulations requiring cationic surface activity, such as in corrosion inhibitors, textile softeners, and emulsion polymerization.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a protein solubilization agent, a membrane-disrupting compound, and in nucleic acid purification protocols.
• Material Science: Acts as a templating agent or modifier in the synthesis of nanomaterials and functional polymers.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized in ion-pair chromatography and as a reagent in various analytical methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Dodecylpyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	104-73-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₀BrN
Molecular Weight	328.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecylpyridinium Bromide; Laurylpyridinium Bromide; N-Dodecylpyridinium Bromide; Pyridinium, 1-dodecyl-, bromide; Dodecylpyridinium Bromide Monohydrate; LPDB; C12-PyBr
EINECS	203-232-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Dodecylpyridinium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.