Description

Dodecyldimethyltetradecylammonium Bromide is a high-purity quaternary ammonium compound (quat) valued for its potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This specialty chemical is essential for formulators requiring a reliable and effective active ingredient with a defined alkyl chain length. Key industries that utilize this compound include biocides, personal care, industrial cleaning, and textile processing.

Application

• Biocide & Disinfectant Formulations: Acts as a primary active ingredient in industrial, institutional, and agricultural disinfectants and sanitizers.
• Personal Care Products: Used as a conditioning agent and preservative in hair care and skincare formulations.
• Industrial & Household Cleaners: Provides superior cleaning, degreasing, and antimicrobial efficacy in hard surface cleaners.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a softener, antistatic agent, and dyeing auxiliary.
• Water Treatment: Employed as an algicide and microbiocide in cooling towers and process water systems.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Serves as a corrosion inhibitor and biocide in drilling and production fluids.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Used as a retention aid, drainage aid, and biocide.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or intermediate in chemical synthesis and microbiological studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecyldimethyltetradecylammonium Bromide
CAS No.	70755-46-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₈H₆₀BrN
Molecular Weight	478.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyldodecyltetradecylammonium Bromide; Tetradecyldimethyldodecylammonium Bromide; N-Dodecyl-N,N-dimethyl-1-tetradecanaminium Bromide; Quaternary Ammonium Compound, C12-14 Alkyl Dimethyl; DDAB (C12-C14); Lauryl Dimethyl Myristyl Ammonium Bromide; C12-14 Alkyl Dimethyl Benzyl Ammonium Bromide variant; ADOB 1412
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Quality Control

Our Dodecyldimethyltetradecylammonium Bromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency 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 powder or waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Microbial Limits	Meets specified requirements

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