Description

Cyclohexyldimethylammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt compound valued for its cationic surfactant properties and role as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is essential in formulations requiring phase-transfer catalysis and antimicrobial activity. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesis and product enhancement.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, crucial in organic synthesis for alkylation and esterification processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Biocide & Disinfectant Formulations: Used as an active component or synergist in antimicrobial products due to its quaternary ammonium structure.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Functions in specialty detergent formulations and emulsion systems where cationic properties are required.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Incorporated into industrial fluid systems to protect metal surfaces.
• Textile & Paper Chemical: Acts as a softener, antistatic agent, or processing aid in fiber and paper manufacturing.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial labs for methodological development and chemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclohexyldimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	2498-24-0
Molecular Formula	C8H18ClN
Molecular Weight	163.69 g/mol
Synonyms	N,N-Dimethylcyclohexylammonium Chloride; Cyclohexyldimethylamine Hydrochloride; Dimethylcyclohexylammonium Chloride; CDAC; N-Cyclohexyl-N,N-dimethylammonium Chloride; Cyclohexanamine, N,N-dimethyl-, hydrochloride; 1-Cyclohexyl-N,N-dimethylmethanaminium Chloride
EINECS	219-696-8

Quality Control

Our Cyclohexyldimethylammonium Chloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for every shipment 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) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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)	≤ 20 ppm

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