Description

Benzyldodecyldimethylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium compound (QAC) valued for its potent antimicrobial and surfactant properties. This versatile chemical is essential for formulators requiring a reliable and effective cationic agent. It serves critical functions across the pharmaceutical, personal care, and industrial water treatment sectors, where performance and consistency are paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Disinfectants & Antiseptics: A key active ingredient in formulations for surface, instrument, and skin sanitization.
• Personal Care Preservatives: Used in creams, lotions, and shampoos to inhibit microbial growth and extend product shelf life.
• Industrial Biocides: Effective in cooling water systems, oilfield operations, and pulp/paper mills for microbial control.
• Algaecides & Fungicides: Applied in swimming pools, industrial ponds, and agricultural settings.
• Cationic Surfactant & Emulsifier: Facilitates emulsion formation and stabilization in various chemical processes.
• Phase Transfer Catalyst: Enhances reaction rates in organic synthesis, particularly between immiscible reactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzyldodecyldimethylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	7281-04-1
Molecular Formula	C21H38BrN
Molecular Weight	384.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyldimethylbenzylammonium Bromide; Benzyl Dimethyl Dodecyl Ammonium Bromide; Lauryl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Bromide; N-Dodecyl-N,N-dimethylbenzenemethanaminium Bromide; BDAB; BDDAB; 7281-04-1; Quaternary Ammonium Compound-12; Quaternium-12
EINECS	230-698-4

Quality Control

Our Benzyldodecyldimethylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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); 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.