Description

(p-Dodecylbenzyl)(2-Hydroxyethyl)Dimethylammonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound (quat) valued for its potent cationic surfactant and antimicrobial properties. This chemical matters for formulators seeking effective biocidal and conditioning agents with good water solubility and substantivity. It is needed by manufacturers in the personal care, industrial water treatment, textile processing, and household disinfectant industries.

Application

• Hair Conditioners & Cream Rinses: Acts as a substantive conditioning agent, providing softness and manageability.
• Fabric Softeners: Imparts a soft hand feel and reduces static cling in textiles.
• Industrial Biocides & Algicides: Used in cooling water systems, paper mills, and oilfield applications for microbial control.
• Household & Institutional Disinfectants: Formulated into surface cleaners and sanitizers for broad-spectrum efficacy.
• Emulsification & Phase Transfer Catalysis: Serves as a cationic surfactant in specific chemical synthesis processes.
• Antistatic Agents: Applied in plastics and synthetic fibers to dissipate static charge.

Basic Information

Product Name	(p-Dodecylbenzyl)(2-Hydroxyethyl)Dimethylammonium Chloride
CAS No.	84434-69-5
Molecular Formula	C23H42ClNO
Molecular Weight	383.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Laurylbenzyl(2-hydroxyethyl)dimethylammonium chloride; Dodecylbenzyl(2-hydroxyethyl)dimethylammonium chloride; N,N-Dimethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-(p-dodecylbenzyl)ammonium chloride; Quaternium-26 (Cosmetic Ingredient Name); Benzyl(2-hydroxyethyl)dodecyldimethylammonium chloride; 2-Hydroxyethyldodecylbenzyldimethylammonium chloride; Laurylbenzyl hydroxylethyl dimethyl ammonium chloride
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Quality Control

Our (p-Dodecylbenzyl)(2-Hydroxyethyl)Dimethylammonium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request.

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 (Quaternary Ammonium Salt)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
pH (10% solution)	5.0 - 7.5

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