Description

Tetrahexadecylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt (quat) surfactant. This compound is valued for its powerful cationic properties and ability to form stable complexes, making it a critical phase-transfer catalyst and surfactant in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel formulations and facilitating challenging reactions.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Enables reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, crucial for alkylation, esterification, and polymerization processes.
• Surfactant & Emulsifying Agent: Used in the formulation of specialty detergents, fabric softeners, and high-performance emulsifiers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block or catalyst in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery systems.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Employed in ion-pair chromatography and as a standard for analytical method development.
• Material Science & Nanotechnology: Acts as a stabilizer or structure-directing agent in the synthesis of nanoparticles and advanced polymeric materials.
• Biocide & Antimicrobial Formulations: Provides cationic properties for developing disinfectants and preservatives in industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrahexadecylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	139653-55-7
Molecular Formula	C64H132BrN
Molecular Weight	995.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexadecyltrimethylammonium Bromide (common misnomer); Tetracetylammonium Bromide; N,N,N-Trihexadecyl-1-hexadecanaminium Bromide; THAB; Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide (CTAB) Homologue; Quaternary Ammonium Salt C-16; Tridodecylhexadecylammonium Bromide; Ammonium, tetrahexadecyl-, bromide
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Quality Control

Our Tetrahexadecylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
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.