Description

Benzyldimethyl(Pentadecyl)Ammonium Chloride is a high-purity quaternary ammonium compound (QAC) widely recognized for its potent antimicrobial and surfactant properties. This versatile chemical is essential for formulators requiring a reliable and effective cationic agent with a long alkyl chain for enhanced performance. It serves as a critical raw material for manufacturers in the disinfectant, personal care, and industrial biocide sectors, where consistent quality and efficacy are paramount.

Application

• Disinfectant & Sanitizer Formulations: A key active ingredient in hospital-grade disinfectants, surface cleaners, and hand sanitizers for its broad-spectrum efficacy against bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
• Personal Care Products: Used as a preservative and conditioning agent in shampoos, hair conditioners, and skincare products due to its antimicrobial and antistatic properties.
• Industrial Water Treatment: Employed as a biocide and algicide in cooling towers, pulp and paper processing, and oilfield applications to control microbial growth.
• Textile & Fabric Softeners: Acts as a cationic softener and antimicrobial finish for textiles, providing a soft feel and odor control.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Functions as a surfactant and emulsifier in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve adhesion and spreading on plant surfaces.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or intermediate in pharmaceutical R&D and chemical synthesis for novel QAC derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyldimethyl(Pentadecyl)Ammonium Chloride
CAS No.	16576-96-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₄H₄₄ClN
Molecular Weight	382.07 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Benzyl-N,N-dimethyl-1-pentadecanaminium chloride; Benzylpentadecyldimethylammonium chloride; Pentadecylbenzyldimethylammonium chloride; BDAC; C15-BDAC; Quaternary ammonium compound, benzyldimethyl(pentadecyl)-, chloride; Ammonyx 4; 1-Pentadecanaminium, N-benzyl-N,N-dimethyl-, chloride
EINECS	240-639-7

Quality Control

Our Benzyldimethyl(Pentadecyl)Ammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.0

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