Description

(3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl)Dodecyldimethylammonium Chloride is a versatile quaternary ammonium compound (quat) widely used as a cationic surfactant and chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure imparts excellent surface-active properties, making it a key ingredient for modifying material surfaces and imparting antimicrobial effects. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, textile, water treatment, and pulp & paper industries seeking effective conditioning, softening, or biocidal agents.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Fabric Softeners: Primary cationic surfactant providing excellent softening, antistatic, and conditioning properties.
• Biocides & Disinfectants: Active ingredient in formulations for industrial, institutional, and some household disinfectants due to its antimicrobial efficacy.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Used as a softening agent, antistatic agent, and dyeing auxiliary to improve handle and processability.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Acts as a debonding agent, softener, and retention aid in paper manufacturing.
• Water Treatment: Employed as a biocide and algicide in cooling towers and industrial water systems.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable cationic intermediate for synthesizing more complex quaternary ammonium compounds and specialty surfactants.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Component in formulations for corrosion inhibition and biocidal treatments.
• Personal Care Products: Used in creams, lotions, and other leave-on or rinse-off products for its emulsifying and conditioning benefits.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl)Dodecyldimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	41892-01-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₇Cl₂NO
Molecular Weight	366.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Lauryl (3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl) Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride; Dodecyldimethyl(3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyl)ammonium Chloride; N,N-Dimethyl-N-dodecyl-3-chloro-2-hydroxypropylammonium Chloride; Quaternium-68; C12-CA; Lauryl Chlorohydroxypropyl Dimonium Chloride; 1-Dodecanaminium, N-(3-chloro-2-hydroxypropyl)-N,N-dimethyl-, chloride (1:1); C12 Alkyl (3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl) Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride
EINECS	255-567-7

Quality Control

Our (3-Chloro-2-Hydroxypropyl)Dodecyldimethylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict 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) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical specifications 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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 70.0 % (by Titration)
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 8.0
Water Content	≤ 30.0 % (by KF Titration)
Free Amine & Amine Hydrochloride	≤ 2.0 %
Color (Gardner)	≤ 3

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