Description

Trimethyl[(1-Oxooctadecyl)Amino]Propylammonium Chloride is a high-purity cationic surfactant and quaternary ammonium compound. This specialty chemical is valued for its potent antimicrobial and conditioning properties, making it a critical functional ingredient in demanding formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and industrial biocides sectors for its reliable performance and compatibility.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Acts as a primary cationic conditioning agent, providing excellent detangling, softness, and manageability to hair.
• Skin Creams & Lotions: Used as an emulsifier and skin-conditioning agent, enhancing product feel and moisturization.
• Fabric Softeners: Imparts a soft, antistatic finish to textiles in both household and industrial laundry applications.
• Antimicrobial Formulations: Serves as an active ingredient in disinfectant cleaners, sanitizers, and preservative systems due to its biocidal efficacy.
• Industrial Emulsifiers & Antistats: Employed in various industrial processes as a specialty surfactant and antistatic agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trimethyl[(1-Oxooctadecyl)Amino]Propylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	36495-65-5
Molecular Formula	C24H51ClN2O
Molecular Weight	419.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Stearamidopropyltrimonium Chloride; N-(3-Aminopropyl)-N,N-dimethyl-N-octadecylammonium Chloride Stearamide; Octadecanamide, N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl]-, N-oxide, hydrochloride; Adogen® 477; Incroquat Behenyl TMS; Arquad® T-27W; Cationic Surfactant 477; Behentrimonium chloride stearate complex
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Quality Control

Our Trimethyl[(1-Oxooctadecyl)Amino]Propylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and microbiological limits are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 95.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
pH (10% Solution)	4.0 - 7.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 10 ppm
Microbial Count	Max. 1000 CFU/g

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