Description

Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium compound widely recognized as a potent cationic surfactant and antiseptic agent. Its primary commercial value lies in its powerful antimicrobial and detergent properties, making it a critical component in formulations requiring effective cleaning and disinfection. This versatile chemical is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, personal care, and industrial cleaning sectors who require a reliable, broad-spectrum biocide for their products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Antiseptics & Disinfectants: Key ingredient in surgical scrubs, wound cleansers, and pre-operative skin preparations.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a preservative and surfactant in shampoos, creams, and other topical formulations.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaners: Acts as a powerful disinfectant and detergent in hard surface cleaners for food processing, healthcare, and hospitality environments.
• Ophthalmic Solutions: Employed as a preservative in certain eye drop and contact lens solution formulations.
• Veterinary Products: Utilized in antiseptic washes and disinfectants for animal husbandry and veterinary clinics.
• Biocide in Fuel & Oil Additives: Functions as a microbiocide to control microbial growth in industrial water systems and fuel tanks.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cetrimide
CAS No.	8044-71-1
Molecular Formula	Mixture of C13H30BrN, C14H32BrN, C15H34BrN, C16H36BrN
Molecular Weight	~336.4 (for C16H36BrN, Cetrimonium Bromide)
Synonyms	Cetrimonium Bromide; Cetyltrimethylammonium Bromide; CTAB; Hexadecyltrimethylammonium Bromide; N,N,N-Trimethyl-1-hexadecanaminium Bromide; Cetavlon; Bromat; Cetab; Morpan CT
EINECS	232-526-1

Quality Control

Our Cetrimide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeial standards, including USP, EP, and BP. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, and a Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identification, and impurity profiles is provided to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as C16H36BrN)	96.0% - 101.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.5

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