Description

(2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride is a versatile quaternary ammonium compound with a hydrophilic diol functional group. This unique structure provides excellent water solubility and cationic properties, making it a valuable intermediate and functional additive. It is primarily utilized in the synthesis of specialty surfactants, personal care conditioning agents, and pharmaceutical excipients. Industries such as cosmetics, detergents, and life sciences rely on its consistent quality for formulating advanced products.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing cationic and amphoteric surfactants used in fabric softeners, hair conditioners, and industrial cleaners.
• Personal Care Conditioning Agent: Employed in the production of conditioning ingredients for shampoos, conditioners, and skin care products due to its substantivity and mildness.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as a precursor or component in drug delivery systems and as a cationic agent for certain pharmaceutical formulations.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a choline analog or a reagent in biochemical studies and the synthesis of phospholipid derivatives.
• Antistatic Agent: Imparts antistatic properties to polymers, textiles, and other materials.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Functions as a component in formulations designed to protect metals from corrosion in aqueous systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	34004-36-9
Molecular Formula	C6H16ClNO2
Molecular Weight	169.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Choline Chloride Glycidyl Ether; (2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)trimethylazanium Chloride; Glycerylcholine Chloride; 3-Hydroxy-2-hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium Chloride; 1-(2',3'-Dihydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium Chloride; (2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium Chloride; O-(2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)choline Chloride; Trimethyl(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)ammonium Chloride
EINECS	251-788-4

Quality Control

Our (2,3-Dihydroxypropyl)Trimethylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.5

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