Description

Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium 4-Brom-2,6-Xylenolate is a quaternary ammonium salt derivative of 4-bromo-2,6-xylenol, valued for its potent antimicrobial and surfactant properties. This compound is engineered to deliver high efficacy and stability in demanding formulations, making it a critical functional ingredient. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the industrial biocides, specialty surfactants, and advanced material synthesis sectors.

Application

• As a powerful cationic biocide in industrial water treatment systems, cooling towers, and oilfield applications.
• As an active antimicrobial agent in disinfectant and sanitizer formulations for hard surfaces.
• As a specialty surfactant and phase transfer catalyst in organic synthesis and polymerization processes.
• As a preservative and antimicrobial additive in coatings, paints, and polymer emulsions.
• In the research and development of novel antimicrobial materials and surface treatments.
• As a functional intermediate for synthesizing more complex quaternary ammonium compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium 4-Brom-2,6-Xylenolate
CAS No.	85940-54-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₇H₄₈BrNO
Molecular Weight	506.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Cetethyldimonium Bromoxynil; N-Ethyl-N,N-dimethyl-1-hexadecanaminium 4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylphenolate; Ethylcetyldimethylammonium 4-Bromo-2,6-xylenolate; 4-Bromo-2,6-dimethylphenol ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium salt; Bromoxynil quaternary ammonium salt; Cetyl Ethyl Dimethyl Ammonium Bromoxynil; Quaternary ammonium compound, C16 alkyl, ethyl dimethyl, salt with 4-bromo-2,6-xylenol
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Quality Control

Our Ethylhexadecyldimethylammonium 4-Brom-2,6-Xylenolate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and performance consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, impurity profile, and physical specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
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.