Description

N,n-Dihexadecyl-n-Methyl-1-Hexadecanaminium Chloride is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt, widely recognized for its potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This compound is valued for its excellent stability and surface activity, making it a critical functional additive in advanced formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial biocides sectors seeking reliable and effective cationic agents.

Application

• Antimicrobial & Disinfectant Formulations: Acts as a powerful active ingredient in hospital-grade disinfectants, sanitizers, and industrial biocides.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a conditioning agent and preservative in hair conditioners, skin creams, and other leave-on products.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as a cationic emulsifier, stabilizer, or permeability enhancer in topical drug delivery systems.
• Textile & Fabric Softeners: Imparts antistatic and softening properties to fabrics and industrial textiles.
• Industrial Surfactant: Functions as a phase transfer catalyst, emulsifier, or corrosion inhibitor in various chemical synthesis and processing applications.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed as a biocidal additive in drilling muds and production fluids to control microbial growth.

Basic Information

Product Name	N,n-Dihexadecyl-n-Methyl-1-Hexadecanaminium Chloride
CAS No.	52467-63-7
Molecular Formula	C₄₉H₁₀₂ClN
Molecular Weight	740.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl Dihexadecyl Ammonium Chloride; Dihexadecyl Dimethyl Ammonium Chloride; DHDMAC; Cetalkonium Chloride (related); Quaternary Ammonium Compound, C32; N,N-Dihexadecyl-N-methylhexadecan-1-aminium chloride; 1-Hexadecanaminium, N,N-dihexadecyl-N-methyl-, chloride; Bis(hexadecyl)dimethylammonium chloride
EINECS	257-922-2

Quality Control

Our N,n-Dihexadecyl-n-Methyl-1-Hexadecanaminium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and compliance are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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