Description

(3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl)Dimethyloctadecylammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound valued for its cationic surfactant properties and reactivity. This chemical is a key intermediate and functional additive, prized for its ability to impart permanent cationic charges to materials, enhancing performance in demanding applications. It is essential for manufacturers in the textile, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking to modify surfaces or create long-lasting conditioning effects.

Application

• Textile Softener and Antistatic Agent: A primary raw material for producing cationic softeners, providing fabrics with a soft hand feel and reducing static cling.
• Hair Conditioner and Cosmetic Ingredient: Used as a substantive conditioning agent in hair care formulations, where it adsorbs to keratin for long-lasting smoothness and manageability.
• Paper Chemical Additive: Functions as a retention aid, drainage aid, and softener in paper manufacturing processes.
• Cationic Starch Modifier: Reacts with starch to create cationic starch derivatives used in papermaking, textile sizing, and water treatment for improved performance.
• Surfactant and Emulsifier: Serves as a cationic surfactant in various industrial formulations requiring emulsification, dispersion, or surface modification.
• Biocide and Disinfectant Intermediate: Acts as a precursor or active component in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium-based biocides and sanitizers.
• Clay and Mineral Treatment: Used to modify the surface properties of clays and other minerals for use in composites, drilling fluids, and other industrial applications.
• Research and Development: Employed in chemical synthesis and material science research for introducing cationic functionality into polymers and other molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl)Dimethyloctadecylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	3001-63-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₃H₄₉Cl₂NO
Molecular Weight	438.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Stearyl Dimethyl (3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl) Ammonium Chloride; N,N-Dimethyl-N-octadecyl-3-chloro-2-hydroxypropylammonium Chloride; Quaternium-68; Cationic Starch Etherification Agent; Arquad® 2HT-75 (related product); 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropylstearyldimethylammonium Chloride; Octadecyl (3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyl)dimethylammonium Chloride; (3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyl)dimethyloctadecylammonium Chloride
EINECS	221-085-7

Quality Control

Our (3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl)Dimethyloctadecylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, composition, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key specifications are provided to guarantee the product meets your technical requirements and supports your own 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); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content	≤ 3.0 %
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Free Amine & Tertiary Amine	≤ 2.0 %

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