Description

(Dichlorobenzyl)Dodecyldimethylammonium Phenoxide is a quaternary ammonium compound with a phenoxide counterion, representing a specialized class of cationic surfactants and biocides. This dual-functional structure provides both potent antimicrobial efficacy and unique surface-active properties, making it a valuable intermediate and active ingredient. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the industrial biocide, specialty surfactant, and advanced material synthesis sectors for formulating high-performance products.

Application

• Industrial Biocide Formulations: Serves as a key active ingredient in disinfectants, sanitizers, and preservatives for industrial water systems, cooling towers, and surface treatments.
• Specialty Surfactant Synthesis: Used as an intermediate or functional component in the production of cationic surfactants for fabric softeners, hair conditioners, and antistatic agents.
• Material Science & Polymer Additives: Acts as a phase-transfer catalyst or a functional monomer in polymerization processes to impart antimicrobial properties to plastics and coatings.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Employed in the formulation of pesticide and herbicide blends to enhance efficacy and adhesion on plant surfaces.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Utilized in drilling muds and completion fluids for its biocidal and surfactant properties to control microbial growth and modify fluid dynamics.
• Research & Development: Serves as a high-purity reference standard and building block in pharmaceutical and chemical research for novel compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Dichlorobenzyl)Dodecyldimethylammonium Phenoxide
CAS No.	85865-82-3
Molecular Formula	C27H41Cl2NO
Molecular Weight	466.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecyldimethyl(2,4-dichlorobenzyl)ammonium phenoxide; Phenol, compd. with N-dodecyl-N,N-dimethyl-2,4-dichlorobenzenemethanaminium (1:1); Benzenemethanaminium, N-dodecyl-N,N-dimethyl-2,4-dichloro-, phenoxide; Quaternary ammonium compound, benzyl(dodecyl)dimethyl-, phenoxide, dichloro derivative; DDBAP; DDDPA Phenoxide; (2,4-Dichlorobenzyl)dodecyldimethylammonium phenolate
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Quality Control

Our (Dichlorobenzyl)Dodecyldimethylammonium Phenoxide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. The container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation from moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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