Description

Dodecylbenzyl Octadecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride is a high-purity quaternary ammonium compound (quat) valued for its potent surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This versatile chemical is essential for formulating high-performance biocides, fabric softeners, and industrial cleaning agents. It is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the water treatment, personal care, textile, and oilfield chemical industries seeking reliable, broad-spectrum efficacy.

Application

• Industrial Biocide & Disinfectant: A key active ingredient in formulations for cooling water systems, paper mills, and surface disinfectants.
• Fabric Softener & Antistatic Agent: Provides excellent softening and static control in textile and laundry care products.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Used as a bactericide in drilling muds, completion fluids, and produced water treatment.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as a conditioning agent and preservative in hair care and skincare formulations.
• Algaecide & Slimicide: Effective in controlling algae and slime formation in industrial water circuits and recreational water.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst: Facilitates reactions between reactants in different phases in specialty organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecylbenzyl Octadecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
CAS No.	29932-85-2
Molecular Formula	C₃₈H₇₂ClN
Molecular Weight	578.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Dioctadecyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride; Benzyl Dimethyl Octadecyl Ammonium Chloride; Octadecyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride (ODBAC); ADBAC (Alkyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Chloride) variant; Benzalkonium Chloride, C18 Homologue; N,N-Dimethyl-N-octadecylbenzenemethanaminium Chloride; Quaternary Ammonium Compound, QAC-18
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dodecylbenzyl Octadecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid / paste
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content	≤ 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.