Description

Docosyltrimethylammonium Chloride is a high-purity, long-chain quaternary ammonium compound. This versatile cationic surfactant is valued for its excellent emulsifying, antistatic, and conditioning properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and industrial chemical sectors seeking reliable performance in specialized formulations.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Acts as a primary cationic conditioning agent, providing excellent detangling, softness, and manageability to hair.
• Fabric Softeners: Imparts a soft, smooth hand feel to textiles and reduces static cling in laundry care products.
• Antistatic Agents: Used in polymer processing and plastic films to prevent the buildup of static electricity.
• Emulsifier & Dispersant: Facilitates the formation and stabilization of oil-in-water emulsions in various industrial and cosmetic applications.
• Biocide & Sanitizer Intermediate: Serves as a key raw material in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium-based disinfectants and sanitizing solutions.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst: Enhances reaction rates in organic synthesis by facilitating the transfer of reactants between immiscible phases.

Basic Information

Product Name	Docosyltrimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	17301-53-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₅₄ClN
Molecular Weight	404.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Behenyltrimethylammonium Chloride; N-Docosyl-N,N,N-trimethylammonium Chloride; 1-Docosanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, chloride; Docosyltrimethylammonium Chloride; BTAC; Behentrimonium Chloride; Cetrimonium Chloride (C22); Behenyl Trimethyl Ammonium Chloride
EINECS	241-327-0

Quality Control

Our Docosyltrimethylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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