Description

Decanamine Iodide is a quaternary ammonium salt with a long alkyl chain, offering unique surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This compound is valued for its ability to modify surface interactions and act as a cationic biocide in various formulations. It serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of quaternary ammonium-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and disinfectants.
• Antimicrobial Agent: Functions as a cationic surfactant with biocidal properties in industrial preservatives and sanitizing formulations.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reactants in immiscible phases in organic synthesis.
• Surfactant & Emulsifier: Acts as a cationic surfactant in specialty cleaning products, fabric softeners, and emulsion systems.
• Agrochemical Additive: Employed as a formulation aid in pesticides and herbicides to enhance stability and efficacy.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a key reagent for introducing the decylammonium moiety into more complex molecules.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D for studying surfactant behavior and developing new materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decanamine Iodide
CAS No.	60734-65-8
Molecular Formula	C10H24IN
Molecular Weight	269.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Decylammonium Iodide; 1-Decanaminium Iodide; N-Decylammonium Iodide; Decylamine Hydroiodide; Decylamine, Hydroiodide; n-Decylammonium Iodide; Ammonium, decyl-, iodide (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our Decanamine Iodide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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