Description

(2-Hydroxyethyl)(2-Hydroxyhexadecyl)Dimethylammonium Fluoride is a quaternary ammonium compound with a unique structure combining a long alkyl chain with hydroxyl functionalities. This specialized chemical is valued for its potent surfactant and antimicrobial properties, making it a critical component in advanced formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, and industrial biocides sectors for developing high-performance disinfectants, fabric softeners, and conditioning agents.

Application

• Disinfectant & Biocide Formulations: Acts as a powerful active ingredient in hospital-grade disinfectants, surface sanitizers, and industrial biocides due to its cationic surfactant properties.
• Hair & Skin Care Products: Used as a conditioning agent in shampoos, conditioners, and lotions to provide softness and manageability.
• Textile & Fabric Softeners: Serves as a key component in cationic softeners for textiles, imparting a soft feel and antistatic properties.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Employed as a preservative or an excipient in topical formulations for its antimicrobial activity.
• Oilfield & Industrial Chemicals: Functions as a corrosion inhibitor and surfactant in drilling fluids and other industrial process chemicals.
• Research & Development: Utilized as a biochemical reagent and a model compound in academic and industrial R&D for studying cationic surfactants.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Hydroxyethyl)(2-Hydroxyhexadecyl)Dimethylammonium Fluoride
CAS No.	84864-65-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₄₈FNO₂
Molecular Weight	377.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyethyl(2-hydroxyhexadecyl)dimethylammonium fluoride; Dimethyl(2-hydroxyethyl)(2-hydroxyhexadecyl)ammonium fluoride; Cetyl hydroxyethyl dimethyl ammonium fluoride; 1-Hexadecanol, 2-[(2-hydroxyethyl)dimethylammonio]-, fluoride; Quaternary ammonium compound, cetyl hydroxyethyldimethyl, fluoride; Cetyl betaine fluoride derivative; N,N-Dimethyl-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-2-hydroxyhexadecan-1-aminium fluoride
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Quality Control

Our (2-Hydroxyethyl)(2-Hydroxyhexadecyl)Dimethylammonium Fluoride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, identity confirmation, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical characteristics, and safety data 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0

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