Description

Dimethyl(Naphthylmethyl)[2-[(1-Oxohexadecyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Ammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt with a complex structure combining naphthyl and long-chain fatty acid ester functionalities. This compound is valued for its potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial properties, making it a key functional ingredient in specialized formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the personal care, industrial biocides, and textile treatment sectors seeking advanced performance characteristics.

Application

• Hair Care & Cosmetic Formulations: Acts as a conditioning agent and preservative booster in shampoos, conditioners, and styling products.
• Industrial Biocides & Disinfectants: Serves as an active ingredient in formulations for surface disinfection, water treatment, and material preservation.
• Textile & Fabric Softeners: Provides antistatic and softening properties in fabric care products and industrial textile processing.
• Specialty Surfactant Systems: Used as a cationic emulsifier or compatibilizer in complex oil-in-water or water-in-oil emulsion systems.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Functions as a retention aid, drainage aid, or biocide in paper manufacturing processes.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in formulations for corrosion inhibition and microbiological control in drilling and production fluids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl(Naphthylmethyl)[2-[(1-Oxohexadecyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Ammonium Chloride
CAS No.	83027-39-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₁H₅₀ClNO₂
Molecular Weight	504.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl(naphthalen-1-ylmethyl)(2-(palmitoyloxy)ethyl)ammonium chloride; N,N-Dimethyl-N-(naphthylmethyl)-2-[(1-oxohexadecyl)oxy]ethanaminium chloride; Cetalkonium naphthylmethyl derivative; Palmitoyloxyethyldimethyl(naphthylmethyl)ammonium chloride; Quaternary ammonium salt, C16 fatty acid ester; Naphthylmethylcetalkonium chloride; (2-(Hexadecanoyloxy)ethyl)dimethyl(naphthalen-1-ylmethyl)ammonium chloride
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Quality Control

Our Dimethyl(Naphthylmethyl)[2-[(1-Oxohexadecyl)Oxy]Ethyl]Ammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

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 Count	≤ 1000 CFU/g

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