Description

(Dodecylbenzyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound (quat) widely recognized for its potent cationic surfactant properties. This chemical is valued for its excellent biocidal and surface-modifying capabilities, making it a critical component in formulations requiring antimicrobial action and charge interaction. Key industries that utilize this product include water treatment, personal care, textiles, and as a phase transfer catalyst in organic synthesis.

Application

• Biocide & Disinfectant: A key active ingredient in industrial and institutional disinfectants, algicides, and sanitizers for water treatment systems and surface cleaning.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a preservative and conditioning agent in hair care products, skin creams, and other formulations.
• Textile & Fabric Softener: Functions as a softener and antistatic agent in textile manufacturing and laundry rinse-cycle products.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases in organic synthesis, particularly in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries.
• Oilfield & Industrial Additive: Employed as a corrosion inhibitor, biocide, and emulsifier in drilling fluids, enhanced oil recovery, and other industrial processes.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Acts as a retention aid, drainage aid, and biocide in paper manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	(Dodecylbenzyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	1330-85-4
Molecular Formula	C22H40ClN
Molecular Weight	353.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecylbenzyldimethylammonium Chloride; Benzyldodecyldimethylammonium Chloride; Laurylbenzyldimethylammonium Chloride; N-Dodecyl-N,N-dimethylbenzenemethanaminium Chloride; BAC; BKC; Zephiran Chloride (historical/trade); Ammonyx 4 (historical/trade); Quaternary Ammonium Compound-12
EINECS	215-548-1

Quality Control

Our (Dodecylbenzyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for assay, impurity profiles, and physical properties. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and other critical parameters is available for each lot upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5 %
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 8.0

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