Description

n-Pentadecylpyridinium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium salt (quat) surfactant and cationic agent. This compound is valued for its potent antimicrobial and surface-active properties, making it a critical functional ingredient in advanced formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the biocides, personal care, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring cationic stabilization and microbial control.

Application

• As a cationic surfactant and emulsifier in personal care products like hair conditioners and fabric softeners.
• As an active antimicrobial agent in disinfectant, sanitizer, and preservative formulations.
• As a phase transfer catalyst (PTC) in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing.
• As a corrosion inhibitor and additive in industrial fluids and coatings.
• In analytical chemistry as an ion-pairing reagent for chromatography.
• For nanomaterial synthesis and surface modification due to its self-assembly properties.
• In textile processing as a softening and antistatic agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Pentadecylpyridinium Bromide
CAS No.	53171-29-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₆BrN
Molecular Weight	382.41 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pentadecylpyridinium Bromide; Pentadecylpyridinium Bromide; Cetylpyridinium Bromide Homologue; n-C15-Pyridinium Bromide; Pyridinium, 1-pentadecyl-, bromide; Penta-decyl-pyridinium Bromide; CPC Homologue C15
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Quality Control

Our n-Pentadecylpyridinium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by HPLC and identification by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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