Description

Di(2-Hydroxyethyl)Methyltridecylammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound (quat) valued for its potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This chemical is essential for formulators requiring a versatile ingredient with excellent surface activity and biocidal efficacy. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the industrial biocides, personal care, textile processing, and water treatment sectors.

Application

• As an active ingredient in industrial disinfectants, sanitizers, and algicides for hard surface and water system treatment.
• As a conditioning agent and preservative booster in hair care and skincare formulations.
• As a softener and antistatic agent in textile finishing processes.
• As a corrosion inhibitor and biocide in industrial cooling water and metalworking fluids.
• As an emulsifier and phase transfer catalyst in specialty chemical synthesis.
• In the formulation of agricultural adjuvants to enhance pesticide efficacy.

Basic Information

Product Name	Di(2-Hydroxyethyl)Methyltridecylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	102583-74-4
Molecular Formula	C19H42ClNO2
Molecular Weight	351.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyltridecyl bis(2-hydroxyethyl) ammonium chloride; Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)methyltridecylammonium chloride; Quaternium-26; Myristyl methyl diethanol ammonium chloride; N-Methyl-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-1-tridecanaminium chloride; 1-Tridecanaminium, N-methyl-N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)-, chloride; Arquad® DMCB-50
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Quality Control

Our Di(2-Hydroxyethyl)Methyltridecylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0 %
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.