Description

Dodecyldimethylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt (quat) widely recognized for its potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This compound is essential for formulating effective biocides, disinfectants, and fabric softeners, offering reliable performance and stability. It serves as a critical raw material for manufacturers in the personal care, water treatment, textile, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking quality-assured specialty chemicals.

Application

• Disinfectant & Biocide Formulation: A key active ingredient in hospital-grade disinfectants, sanitizers, and algaecides for industrial water systems.
• Fabric Softener & Textile Auxiliary: Imparts antistatic and softening properties to fabrics in laundry care and textile manufacturing.
• Personal Care Products: Used as a conditioning agent and preservative in hair conditioners and certain cosmetic formulations.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst: Facilitates reactions between reagents in different phases in organic synthesis and specialty chemical production.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed as a bactericide in drilling fluids and enhanced oil recovery processes.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Acts as a retention aid, drainage aid, and biocide in papermaking processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecyldimethylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	19959-22-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₃₂BrN
Molecular Weight	294.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyltrimethylammonium Bromide; Lauryltrimethylammonium Bromide; LTAB; Dodecyldimethyl[trimethyl]ammonium Bromide; N,N-Dimethyl-N-dodecylammonium Bromide; 1-Dodecanaminium, N,N,N-trimethyl-, bromide; DTB; Trimethyldodecylammonium Bromide
EINECS	243-416-1

Quality Control

Our Dodecyldimethylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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