Description

Ethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Dimethylammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound valued for its cationic surfactant properties and reactivity. This versatile chemical intermediate is essential for synthesizing specialty surfactants, fabric softeners, and biocidal agents. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, textile treatment, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking effective and modifiable cationic compounds.

Application

• Surfactant & Fabric Softener Intermediate: A key raw material for producing cationic surfactants used in fabric softeners and conditioners.
• Personal Care Formulations: Used in the synthesis of conditioning agents for hair care and skincare products.
• Biocidal Compositions: Serves as a precursor for quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) with disinfectant and antimicrobial properties.
• Industrial Cleaning Agents: Incorporated into formulations for industrial and institutional cleaners where cationic activity is required.
• Textile Auxiliaries: Employed in the production of antistatic agents and dyeing auxiliaries for the textile industry.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst: Can function as a catalyst in specific organic synthesis reactions.
• Paper Chemicals: Used in the manufacture of additives for paper softening and deinking processes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Dimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	19147-34-3
Molecular Formula	C6H16ClNO
Molecular Weight	153.65 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethyldimethylethylammonium Chloride; Ethyldimethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium Chloride; N-Ethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N,N-dimethylammonium Chloride; Dimethylethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)ammonium Chloride; (2-Hydroxyethyl)ethyldimethylammonium Chloride; Quaternary Ammonium Compound C6; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	242-854-5

Quality Control

Our Ethyl(2-Hydroxyethyl)Dimethylammonium Chloride is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided to guarantee consistency and compliance for your applications.

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); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 5.0 %
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.