Description

3-Hydroxypropyl-Trimethyl-Azanium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound with a reactive hydroxyl group, making it a versatile intermediate for chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to impart cationic and hydrophilic properties to target molecules, enhancing performance in various formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, textile, and specialty chemical industries for its role in producing conditioning agents, antistatic coatings, and phase transfer catalysts.

Application

• Personal Care Conditioning Agent: Key intermediate for synthesizing cationic surfactants used in hair conditioners and skin creams to improve softness and manageability.
• Textile Auxiliary: Used in the production of fabric softeners and antistatic agents for synthetic fibers.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases in organic synthesis.
• Biomolecule Modification: Serves as a reagent for introducing quaternary ammonium groups into proteins or polysaccharides for research and diagnostic applications.
• Paper Chemical Additive: Employed in the manufacture of wet-strength resins and retention aids.
• Water Treatment Chemical: Intermediate for producing biocidal agents and flocculants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxypropyl-Trimethyl-Azanium Chloride
CAS No.	6701-82-2
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₆ClNO
Molecular Weight	153.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Choline Chloride Hydroxypropyl Derivative; (3-Hydroxypropyl)trimethylammonium Chloride; 3-Hydroxypropyltrimethylammonium Chloride; Trimethyl(3-hydroxypropyl)ammonium Chloride; Hydroxypropyl Choline Chloride; HPTAC; N,N,N-Trimethyl-3-hydroxy-1-propanaminium Chloride
EINECS	229-758-7

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxypropyl-Trimethyl-Azanium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and safety data are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your production needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and handling.

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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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