Description

Tetrakis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt with excellent water solubility and cationic properties. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and a source of the tetrakis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium cation in various synthesis and formulation processes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the chemical, textile, and personal care industries for applications requiring a hydrophilic cationic agent.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of specialty surfactants, quaternary ammonium compounds, and other functional chemicals.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Used as a softener, antistatic agent, and dye-fixing agent in fabric treatment and finishing processes.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as a conditioning agent and emulsifier in hair care and skincare formulations.
• Paper Industry: Employed as a retention aid and softening agent in paper manufacturing to improve sheet quality.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Functions as a component in formulations designed to protect metal surfaces in industrial water systems.
• Biocide & Disinfectant Precursor: Utilized in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium-based biocides for industrial and institutional cleaning.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrakis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Chloride
CAS No.	13269-66-4
Molecular Formula	C8H20ClNO4
Molecular Weight	229.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrakis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium chloride; Tetra(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium chloride; 2,2',2'',2'''-Nitrilotetraethanol hydrochloride; TEACl; THEAC; Ethanaminium, 2,2',2'',2'''-nitrilotetrakis[N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-, chloride]; N,N,N',N'-Tetrakis(2-hydroxyethyl)ethylenediammonium dichloride (related compound); Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium chloride (di-substituted analog)
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Quality Control

Our Tetrakis(2-Hydroxyethyl)Ammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets defined specifications for identity, purity, and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and handling.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.5

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